July 2014 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

Although it’s tempting to ride the new pathway to Lava Lands, the pathway will remain officially closed until all safety features are in place.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Nature Center................ 8 Calendar...................... 13 SROA Board................ 26

Public Safety................ 24 Commentary................ 46 Classified..................... 47

Long-time SROA employee and Sunriver area resident Marti Croal her loses battle with ovarian cancer after an 8.5 year fight

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S C E N E A COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION

JULY • 2014

VOLUME XL • NUMBER 7

Owners to vote on boat ramp, board candidates

New rules in effect for accessing the river this summer

By Sunriver Scene staff New rules are in effect at the boat ramp at the Sunriver Resort Marina, which is now clearly posted as private. According to new signage, use is restricted to Sunriver owners and guests. Sunriver owners should carry and be prepared to show their owner identification cards or other proof of ownership. This year the ramp is closed to trailered boat use from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., which coincides with the marina’s business hours. During those hours only hand launching of watercraft is permitted. Trailered boat use by Sunriver owners with identification is permitted before 9 a.m. and after 4 p.m. Owner use of the Resort marina’s private ramp is at the user’s risk. “You may use this property (the boat launch ramp and surrounding land) for recreational purposes. However, you do so at your own risk, and the property owner shall have no liability for personal injury, death or property damage, pursuant to ORS 105.683,” reads one of the new

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A sign is in place announcing that local identification will be required to use Sunriver Resort’s launch site located between its marina facility and HOLA.

signs at the top of the ramp. Owners who wish to utilize the Resort’s shuttle service must make a reservation and purchase a ticket in person at the Marina office and present the ticket at the canoe takeout. The $20 per boat shuttle fee includes a ride for the passenger and their boat back to the marina.

Members of the general public may rent canoes, kayaks, rafts and paddleboards from the Sunriver Resort Marina. Boat rental fees include shuttle service back to the marina. For information call the Sunriver Resort Marina at 541-593-3492 or

eling, except in vehicles on improved roads. 2. Open fires are prohibited, including campfires, charcoal fires, cooking fires and warming fires, except in designated areas. Portable cooking stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels are allowed. 3. Chainsaw use is prohibited, be-

Boat ramp specifics The boat ramp proposal includes: • a paved ramp for launching trailered boats • a river rock beach for hand launching canoes, kayaks and rafts • a paved parking area •a gravel overflow parking area • a plumbed restroom • a card-swipe access gate through which only owners and participants in the IRAP program with active ID cards could pass The ballot measure asks owners to authorize using up to $370,000 from the association’s reserve account to construct the river access improvements. No special assessment is required. The boat ramp project has been years in the making. The push began five years ago when Sunriver Resort began restricting access to the existing ramp next to Hola restaurant. SROA entered into a contractual agreement with Sunriver Resort to maintain owner access to the ramp and pledged to develop its own river access facilities. This year’s ballot measure is the result. Owners had a lot of input on the

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Wildfire season: Early restrictions declared to help prevent fires  Taking a page from Sunriver, which has a year-round prohibition on outside burning, the Board of Deschutes County Commissioners adopted a resolution imposing public use restrictions and declaring a state of emergency due to dangerous wildland fire conditions. Adopted June 25, the restrictions should help prevent human-caused summer wildfires on all unprotected lands, and Deschutes County-owned lands. The restrictions went into immediate effect and will likely remain in place through mid-October. Central Oregon had a low 65 percent snow pack this past winter and, as a result, the threat of wild land fires is both early – and possibly severe – for the 2014 fire season. The recent Two Bulls Fire, which resulted in significant evacuations, evacuation notices, a FEMA declaration (which was the earliest declaration in Oregon history), SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XL • NUMBER 7 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707

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and extreme fire behavior, is compelling evidence that this may be an extraordinary fire season. Unprotected lands are defined as lands outside of Rural Fire Protection Districts, and outside of lands covered by the Oregon Department of Forestry. The resolution includes the following public use restrictions: 1. Smoking is prohibited while trav-

By Sunriver Scene staff Should the Sunriver Owners Association construct a boat launch for exclusive use by its members, their families and guests? Which three of six candidates will be elected to the SROA Board of Directors? Those are choices members must make in the SROA 2014 Election. Ballots will be mailed to members July 10. Completed ballots must be returned by noon Aug. 9 to be counted. Election results will be posted to www.sunriverowners.org Aug. 9 and presented in detail at the SROA Annual Meeting Saturday, Aug. 16, 1 p.m. at SHARC. All Sunriver owners are invited to the annual meeting.

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tween the hours of 1 and 8 p.m. Chainsaw use is permitted at all other hours, if the following firefighting equipment is present with each operating saw: One axe, one shovel, and one eight ounce or larger fire extinguisher. In addition, a fire watch is required at least one hour following the use of each saw. 4. Cutting, grinding and welding of metal is prohibited between the hours of 1 and 8 p.m. At all other times the area is to be cleared of flammable vegetation and the following fire equipment is required: one axe, one shovel, and one 2½ pound or larger fire extinguisher in good working order. 5. Use of motor vehicles, including motorcycles and allterrain vehicles, is prohibited, except on improved roads and except for vehicle use by a landowner and employees of the landowner upon their own land while conducting activities associated with their livelihood. 6. Possession of the following firefighting equipment is required while traveling in a motorized vehicle, except on federal and state highways, county roads and driveways: one shovel and one gallon of water or one 2½ pound or larger fire extinguisher, except all-terrain vehicles and motorcycles which must be equipped with an approved spark arrestor in good working condition. 7. Mowing of dried grass A Full Service Tree Co.

with power driven equipment is prohibited, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., except for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops. 8. Use of fireworks is prohibited. 9. The release of sky lanterns is prohibited. 10. The discharging of exploding targets or tracer ammunition is prohibited. 11. Blasting is prohibited. 12. Any electric fence controller in use shall be: a) Listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory or be certified by the Department of Consumer and Business Services; and b) Operated in compliance with manufacturer’s instructions. “Landowners and forest operators, and the general public need to be extremely cautious,” said Georg Ponte, Central Oregon District Forester with the Oregon Department of Forestry. “Under the right conditions a spark, campfire or carelessly tossed cigarette could result in a large, destructive and costly wildfire that puts firefighters and the public at risk. People should also know that all new fires starts are thoroughly investigated to determine the cause of the fire. If investigators determine who is responsible, that person or persons could be held liable for the firefighting costs which could be in the millions of dollars.” Information and maps of regulated closures for the Oregon Department of Forestry can be found at the following website: www.oregon.gov/

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Sunriver Fire Restrictions • Fire prohibited except in indoor fireplaces and woodstoves, in properly maintained gas or electric cooking devices and patio heaters with approval of Sunriver Fire Department. • Outdoor burning is prohibited. No charcoal barbecues. • The use of fireworks, rockets propelled by motors and similar devices is prohibited unless approved by special permit. • Discarding of burning material, including cigarettes or warm ashes in other than a fireproof container is prohibited. • Smoking of cigarettes, cigars, pipes or other substances along any road, drive, lane (except within an enclosed motor vehicle), pathway, trail or any SROA owned property is prohibited unless specifically permitted by signage.

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Sunriver to Lava Lands pathway remains closed until safety features are in place By Brooke Snavely People eager to walk and ride bikes on the new paved pathway between Sunriver, Benham Day Use Area and the Lava Lands Visitor Center, will have to wait a little longer. An Oregon Department of Transportation construction update for the week of June 23 said: “The trail will remain closed until all safety features are installed during the next few weeks.” Most of the 5.5-mile long trail was paved and much of the shoulder rock was placed and compacted as this issue of the Scene went to press. Installation of railroad crossing arms and warning lights, bollards Management and Consulting for Homeowner & Condominium Associations & Projects 25 Years Management Experience in Central Oregon

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and handrails was pending. The new pathway crosses the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks about 3 miles north of Sunriver. It was one of the last unsigned railroad crossings in Deschutes County. “Road Closed” signs were posted and ribbons stretched across entry points to discourage use before the project was complete. That did not stop some people who saw what looked like a usable pathway and went around the barricades. “It’s wonderful,” one unidentified rider told the Scene. “It’s a huge improvement over the old dusty, bumpy roads that used to be the trail out to Benham Falls.” ODOT and the Forest Service were planning an August 9 pathway grand opening observation at Lava Lands Visitor Center. Whether the pathway would be open before then was unclear. Until the pathway is officially open, pedestrians and cyclists are directed to detour on Trail 2.1 that originates near circle

A sign advising of different rules that apply on Sunriver’s pathway system greets pathway users as they enter Sunriver.

‘Road Closed’ signs remain posted until all safety features are installed on the new Sunriver to Lava Lands multi-use pathway.

7 on Sunriver’s north end and connects to the Benham East Day Use Area. From there, trail users are directed to the Black Rock Trail or to walk or ride along the Benham Falls Road up to the Lava Lands Visitor Center. Construction of the $1.8 million pathway began in February. The Public Lands Highway Discretionary Program and ODOT Rail Safety

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Program Funding provided funding for the project. “Visitors will have the option to avoid driving to access these destinations and a new opportunity will be created to see the National Volcanic Monument from a different perspective. The path will create an accessible recreation opportunity that will allow people of all abilities to explore their National Monument,” said the project’s purpose and need

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SCENE JULY 2014 Volume XL, No. 7 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to providing for the maintenance, protection and enhancement of property values, and the quality of life in Sunriver. The SCENE is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver or through a paid subscription by mail.

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visit: www.sunriver-resort.com/ activities/sunriver-resortmarina Other river access points • The southeast side of Harper Bridge, about 2 river miles upstream of Sunriver Resort’s Marina, is a popular public put in which some Sunriver owners also utilize. The public launch is adjacent to the Crosswater golf course. Float time from Harper Bridge to the canoe takeout or Benham Day Use Area is about 4.5 hours. • Besson Day Use Area, accessible via Spring River Road and Road 41, has a paved boat ramp and large parking area. Float time from Besson Day Use Area to the canoe takeout is about 3.5 hours, and about 4 hours to the Benham Day Use area. • Big River Campground about six miles south of Sunriver on South Century Drive. Float time from Big River to Harper Bridge is approximately four hours. • Benham East Day Use Area downstream of Sunriver. This is best suited as a takeout for float trips or as a starting and return point for powerboats that can

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travel upstream and float back. An impassable log jam and class 5+ rapids known as Benham Falls are just downstream. For additional information about public access points and river float times visit www.des chutespaddletrail.info Changes at Harper Bridge The Sunriver Owners Association installed a new fence on its property line along Spring River Road on the northeast side of the bridge. The new fence is closer to the road and reduces the amount of parking along the shoulder of Spring River Road. The new fence runs close to the bridge abutment and limits pedestrian SHARC, 541-585-3144 or 541-593-1014. Monday, July 28 at the Bend Senior Center, 541-388-1133. Register in advance. Class space may be limited. Most classes are one day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an hour for lunch. Cost: $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. For more information, call 866-955-6301.

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access to the water. Private Property and No Trespassing signs have been installed to remind visitors that the land behind the fence (downstream of Harper Bridge) is private. “The rebuilding of this fence, along with the addition of proper signage identifying the area as association owned property, came to us as a recommendation from our insurance company,” said Hugh Palcic, SROA general manager. “Our insurer evaluated SROA’s exposure to risk in this area and provided the suggested safeguards currently being installed at the site.” (See Ask the GM, page 30 for additional information). A small, informal launch a short distance downstream from Harper Bridge is on SROA property and available only to SROA members.

Rules of the river • 5 miles per hour speed limit, no wake • A Coast Guard approved person floatation device must be carried for every person on board or being towed. • Children under 12 must wear a personal floatation device at all times on a moving boat, including inflatable rafts and kayaks. Air mattresses, inner tubes and floating toys tied together are considered boats and the personal floatation device law also applies. • Alcohol and water don’t mix.

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Sunriver Resort plans to expand lodge pool By Scene staff At a June 5 neighborhood meeting, Sunriver Resort revealed plans to expand and enhance its pool, landscaping and re-route the road network near the Lodge condominiums. The site would overlook a small lake and wetlands with views of the 10th fairway of the Meadows golf course. The existing 3,000 square foot angular shaped pool would be torn out and replaced with an undulating oval shaped pool with a capacity of 300 bathers. The new pool would feature a zero entry beach on one end and a vanishing edge on the other with a maximum depth of 4 to 5 feet. Two spas are proposed. Landscaping and facilities around the pool would be enhanced with lawns and decking, updated bathhouse, food and beverage facilities, shelters, cabanas and three outdoor gas firepits. The resort proposes creating a 1/8th acre lake on the north end of the project that would overflow into the surrounding meadow and create a new wetland which could be a boon for native amphibians. Water for the lake would be tapped from the resort’s existing irrigation well which pumps groundwater

into a pipe that feeds a water feature on third hole of the Meadows golf course. “The lake at Caldera Springs is very popular and we are looking to create that aesthetic here,” said Steve Runner, Sunriver Resort’s vice president of planning, development and construction. A sand play area on the shore of the proposed lake is similar to Discovery Playground at Caldera Springs, which he said is very popular. Water that overflows the lake and fills the nearby wetland would eventually return to the Sun River. Excavating the lake basin will generate dirt that could be used to build a sound insulation berm and amphitheater on the south end of the project on which a waterslide is depicted running down the new gradient. The berm would be landscaped with native vegetation similar to other landscaping treatments around the resort core. Runner said the lodge pool enhancements are not intended to compete with SHARC. He said the lodge pool is for lodge guests only and would not be lifeguarded because it is not open to the public. The road realignment is needed to create room for the

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project. Runner said the newly aligned road would connect directly to the lodge without passing through parking lots. Runner said Deschutes County began review of the site plan in June. SROA’s Design Committee was scheduled to conduct a preliminary review of the plan on June 27. Runner anticipated receiving all necessary approvals in July. He said the existing pool would operate through Labor Day, after which construction on the project could begin. The project is scheduled for completion by Memorial Day 2015. He declined to share project costs. “A lot. It’s a big investment but important to accommodate the timeframe when guests are present.” Runner said the project would not be visible from any

homes because there aren’t any private homes on the resort’s property. The nearest structures are the lodge con-

Volunteers needed for annual War on Weeds event Friday, Aug. 1 marks the 14th annual Sunriver Owners Association War on Weeds Day. Volunteers are needed to help continue the battle against noxious weeds — primarily knapweed and bull thistle. In exchange for a few hours of pulling, volunteers are treated to lunch at Mary McCallum Park. Anyone – locals, visitors, businesses, community groups and individuals – can participate in the War on Weeds. Instructions on how to identify

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Former police chief’s lawsuit dismissed

By Brooke Snavely U.S. District Judge Michael McShane dismissed a wrongful discharge lawsuit filed by former Sunriver Police Chief Michael Kennedy on June 2. Kennedy served as a police officer in Sunriver beginning in 1990. He began working as police chief in 2000. Kennedy’s employment was terminated in February 2012 by the Sunriver Service District Managing Board (SSDMB), which is responsible for police and fire services in Sunriver. Later that year, Kennedy filed a lawsuit alleging retaliation, wrongful discharge and whistleblowing. Kennedy claimed his First Amendment rights had been violated and sought $1 million. The service district filed a motion for summary judgment seeking to have Kennedy’s lawsuit dismissed without a trial, and McShane granted the motion. The lawsuit originally listed the Deschutes County Commission, Sunriver Service District, Sunriver Owners Association and two former association board members as defendants. Much of the lawsuit was thrown out in January 2013, when U.S. District Judge Ann Aiken found Kennedy failed to show that the County Commission or the association had any involvement in the service district’s decision to fire him. At the service district’s June 19 meeting, board member Ron Angell said Kennedy submitted a written commitment that he would not appeal McShane’s ruling. “It was a tough process. I think it impacted the community, and I’m thankful we can move forward,” said Debra Baker, SSDMB chair.

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Why did the toad cross the road? sunriver nature center & oregon observatory By Kody Osborne, Sunriver Nature Center Naturalist The migration of Western toads, Anyxrus boreas (aka Bufo), is a well-known event in Sunriver. Families from all over the state and beyond come to witness this massive event – when the infamous amphibians migrate from the mild mannered lakes and various waterways of Sunriver to the great meadows and forests of Oregon. Western toads begin the mating process with a large gathering of adults in Oregon ponds and lakes by late March to early May, depending on weather conditions. A male toad will begin the mating process of amplexus by grasping the back of a female with his front legs to attach himself to the individual, while waiting for a period up to a month for proper weather conditions, typically a spring high-pressure weather system bringing warm sun and, in

turn, warm water. Being “explosive” breeders, all pairs of toads will begin spawning at once, within the same breeding grounds. Here at Lake Aspen, females will begin laying eggs typically around the first of May, where a single toad can lay upwards of 5,000 to 10,000 eggs in long, double “pearl necklace” like strands. Continuing the process of amplexus, males will stay attached to the females, fertilizing the eggs as the females lay them. The eggs will often be woven between grass, weeds, rocks and other aquatic materials at a rate of approximately 10 eggs per inch, with strands reaching distances of up to 30 feet. From spawning, eggs typically take three days of sunny weather to hatch. If weather conditions are more overcast, hatching may take anywhere up to two or three weeks, making the eggs more susceptible to various fungi that can prevent the eggs from properly hatching.

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The process of metamorphosis takes place in Lake Aspen typically around late July (around the 20th) to early August (the 10th), which can bring the timeframe from egg to metamorphosing to about eight to 10 weeks. This is when things really start to get interesting. As the tadpoles undergo their life cycle, they begin to move closer and closer to the shorelines of Lake Aspen. Grouping in incredible numbers, the water almost appears to be moving from the frantic activity of the toadlets below the surface. When conditions are right, and the toads are of appropriate size and age, they become true amphibians and move from the waterways to the land beyond. This migration event at the nature center provides Sunriver residents and guests with an opportunity to not only witness this great part of the amphibian life cycle, but also an opportunity to get “toad-ally” involved through the adoringly coined “Toad Patrol.” As the young toads under-

take their journey to the forests beyond, they cross bike paths and roads of Sunriver. With a current conservation status of “near threatened,” many of these toads get crushed and killed. Members of the Sunriver Nature Center Toad Patrol help by gathering the toads by hand into buckets, which they safely carry over the pathways and roads and then release them into the meadow for safer migration. This event is typically annual, but as many witnessed last year, there is no guarantee it will happen every year. Our naturalists and biologists are

always on the lookout for toad activity, and are poised to run Toad Patrol. Individuals interested in more information about this year’s toad migration are invited to contact the Sunriver Nature Center to get on the Toad Patrol email list, where news on the 2014 Western toad migration will be updated. You can also find up-to-date information on our Facebook page. “Like” our page to receive automatic updates. On behalf of the nature center staff (and the toads), we look forward to seeing you for Toad Patrol this year.

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Observatory manager to give lecture in Bend With the success of the new Cosmos television series, more people than ever are wondering about the possibility of finding life in our vast universe. But we may not have to go to the farthest reaches of space to find life — it could be found in our very own solar system. NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has observed water vapor above the frigid south polar region of Jupiter’s moon Europa, and the Cassini spacecraft and Deep Space Network have uncovered evidence that Saturn’s moon Enceladus harbors a large underground ocean of liquid water, furthering scientific interest in the moon as a potential home to extraterrestrial microbes. The public is invited to join Deschutes Public Library for a presentation that will explore the possibility of life existing beyond Earth. The event takes place at the Downtown Bend Library July 15 at 6 p.m., led by Bob Grossfeld, manager of the Oregon Observatory at Sunriver. The presentation is free and open to all ages; no registration is required. The event is part of the library’s “Literary Elements” Summer Reading Program series. Grossfeld first came to the observatory as a volunteer in 1990 after graduating from the University of California at Santa Cruz, and became the manager of the Observatory in 1998. He has advanced the teaching of astronomy and the outreach of the organization throughout the greater northwest community. He has been a distinguished member of NASA/JPL Solar Ambassador program since 1998. Since 2007 he has also been the principal instructor in astronomy at Central Oregon Community College. Grossfeld continues his education through special programs offered by NASA and MIT. Information: www.des chuteslibrary.org SUNRIVER SCENE • JULY 2014

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Shopping competition at the Tern By Gail Beeson While going through the Tern, I overheard a group of ladies laughing and having a grand time, so I stopped to see who they were. After a fun conversation, I asked if they’d be willing to write a piece about their experience as Second Tern shoppers. They said yes and this is what they said: “We talked as a family about the experience of visiting the Second Tern Thrift Store. Each one of us has our own connections and thoughts about the store. “First and foremost, we visit the Second Tern each time we are in Sunriver, and have for many years. Relationships are built upon arrival between the customers and volunteers as you are greeted, recognized and reminded of any sales for that particular day. “Our family considers the visit a combination social event and treasure hunt, to find that one special item we didn’t even know we wanted. We come in as a group, then separate, then meet up again to share the bounty we have found. This can lead to some Turn to Tern, page 10

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Hikes, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (locations and prices vary) • Owl Prowls: Wednesday and Friday 7:30–8:30 p.m. $4 adults, $3 children (ages 2-12), members free. • Saturday: Bird Walks, 8:30– 9:30 a.m. (free)

This free event is a wonderful opportunity to meet nature up close and personal. Meet our great horned owl, golden eagle and rosy boa. View the sun through a solar telescopes. Participants will visit different interpretive stations to learn interesting science and nature facts and earn a stamp in their Passport to Nature at each station. Station topics will include birds of prey, toads, snakes, weather, wild cats, space and more. Snacks and prizes are included and a completed Passport earns entry into a grand prize drawing. • July 26, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Climate Change at Crater Lake National Park. 6 p.m. at the Sunriver Nature Center. Free. Brian Ettling, a Seasonal Park Ranger at Crater Lake, describes documented climate changes at Oregon’s only National Park. Information: www.sunriver naturecenter.org, or call 541593-4394.

Other programs • July 22, 7 p.m. “Stardust, Cells and Science: the Origin of Life Revisited,” lecture by Dr. David Deamer at the Tower Theater; free. • July 26, Run for the Birds. A 5K/10K race held annually to benefit the Sunriver Nature Center and Oregon Observatory. Coordinated by Sunriver Resort, information and details on how to register for the event can be found at www.sunriverresort.com/landing/rftb.php • July 26, Passport to Nature 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Travel to the sun, fly with the birds, hop with the toads, and wander among the trees during Sunriver Nature Center and Oregon Observatory’s Passport to Nature.

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Who will be the next ‘Best of Show’ at the Sunriver Art Faire? Each year the Sunriver Art Faire selects a “Best of Show” artist based on their art, booth display and the appeal of the art to the community. This honor comes with an invitation to the next year’s show. The fifth annual Sunriver Art Faire is coming to the Village at Sunriver Aug. 8-10. The faire has grown over the last four years and this year will host 60 artists. Exhibiting artists are chosen by a jury of four contemporaries or art specialists who ensure that the art is of high quality, true to its category, and offers a range of options for purchase. Categories represented in 2014 include painting, ceramics, photography, drawing, glass, gourd, jewelry, metal work, wood, textiles, sculpture, printing and mixed media. Previous ‘Best of Show’ artists 2010 – Karen E. Lewis whose oil paintings always include water, with sweeping brushstrokes to express the life of the water and its surrounding environment. Lewis’ painting not only won at the 2010 Sunriver Art

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Local students make honor roll

By Joan Lease Oregon State University recognized the following students from Sunriver who made the scholastic honor roll for spring term: Straight-A average: Gillian C. Harper, freshman, French; Alina Jacobs, post baccalaureate, business administration. 3.5 or better: Brittany D. Bassett, senior, general science. A total of 883 students earned straight-A (4.0). Another 3,305 earned a B-plus (3.5) or better to make the listing. To be on the honor roll, students must carry at least 12 graded hours of course work.

who collect his work. Raised on a ranch in Eastern Oregon, Cameron claims he has “… lived long enough to reflect on life through his art work…” 2013 – Luis Enrique Gutierrez is a third generation ceramic artist from Nicaragua. His

ceramics are representative of precision and artistry in sculpture and stem from the work of his family and a former Peace Corps volunteer who discovered the art and developed a group of Nicaraguans to share this exquisite work with the world. The Sunriver Art Faire will be sharing a new “Best of Show” in August. Sunriver residents, their families, guests and all visitors are invited to come see the featured artist and all the exhibiting artists. Information: www.sunriver artfaire.com

Second Tern Thrift Store shopping regulars from left to right: Nancy Stathis, Jill Miller, Emily Rossow and LeeAnn Redifer.

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friendly competition and a second round of shopping if one member found something really cool. Some examples of the great deals range from a replacement receiver for a surround sound system, clothes, boots, camping gear, toys, leashes and bowls for Juneau the dog, who waits patiently in the car for her present. “As my sister Nancy mentioned to fellow customers as she was trying on shoes, ‘Who would have guessed shopping at a thrift store could be so

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By Linda Stephenson Most species of yellow jackets are scavengers and therefore beneficial insects in that they kill many other insects, which are used to feed the developing larvae in the nest. However, they are also a serious nuisance around homes and recreational areas. Yellow jacket stings can be very painful, even life threatening to some people with high sensitivity. Worker yellow jacket adults, larvae and pupae do not survive the winter. Only the fertilized queens overwinter in protected places such as under bark, in old rodent holes, around home foundations and old woodpiles. The fertilized queen emerges in the spring. The first yellow jackets you see on warm spring days are queens. Queens select a nest site and begin constructing small nests underground or above ground in trees or other suitable locations. Timing is very important in the control of yellow jackets. The most practical method to control yellow jackets is to hang traps containing an attractant at the first sighting. Linda Stephenson owns L & S Gardens, 50808 S. Huntington Road, 541-536-2049.

The Phantom Diner: Cafe Sintra I was working on a new case and my client wanted to meet for breakfast to discuss details. Morning people… gotta love ‘em. Her name is Violet Crabtree, a tall matronly socialite just in from San Francisco. I’ve been to her home in Pacific Heights. The view from her place of the fog creeping into the Marina district…but I digress. What she had to tell me couldn’t wait so she flew her little Cessna into the Sunriver Airport and was meeting me at eight at Café Sintra, named for the little Portuguese town just outside Lisbon. Violet is a breakfast gal. No tea and toast for her. She likes the tribute to Portuguese cuisine that Sintra provides… bold use of herbs and spices. She gave Tracie her order and headed to a table by the window in the sun. The menu is loaded so it took me a while to decide. I finally narrowed it down to the bacon mozzarella omelet. In my book, a guy can never go wrong if he orders something with bacon in it. Café Sintra has served wine far back as I can remember but

they’ve just added other adult beverages, which suits me just fine! I knew Violet was upset so I ordered her a Mimosa and, what the heck, I got a bloody Mary for myself, then headed over to join her. Her hands were shaking and I noticed circles under her eyes. She leaned in across the table to tell me the bad news when our food arrived. I might just start getting up early if this is what breakfast looks like. My omelet was loaded. Fluffy eggs wrapped around mushrooms, onions and tomatoes, chunks of bacon and oozing mozzarella. The omelet was man-sized and nestled right next to the Sintra potatoes and toast. The drink was tall, cool and spicy. Case or no case, I dug right in. Violet felt the same way. Whatever it was she had to

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endless and include freshly made cinnamon rolls and an array of sweet confections to choose from in their front display cabinet. They also have creative sandwiches and delicious soups and every serving is generous. If Violet had lots to tell me, I wouldn’t mind staying all day eating my way through the menu. Just then Violet’s cell phone rang. I savored the last bite of my omelet and braced myself to hear the bad news. Man was I surprised when she stood up and told me her problems were over and she raced out the door. That was fine with me. I ordered a second drink and began to decide what I would order for lunch. Café Sintra 4.5 Editor’s note: The Phantom Diner is written anonymously so that dining establishments do not know when they are being reviewed or by whom.

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Sunriver water rate case preceding By Brooke Snavely In February, Sunriver Water LLC, the private utility company that provides water to more than 4,500 customers in Sunriver, Crosswater, Caldera Springs and Vandevert Ranch, applied to the Oregon Public Utility Commission to increase its rates an average of 28 percent. The PUC suspended the tariff for six months in order to investigate its propriety and reasonableness. A public comment hearing and pre-hearing conference was held May 8 at the Sunriver Nature Center. At that hearing, PUC explained how the rate case works, how interested customers and members of the public can track and comment, and outlined a schedule. Five customers present at the meeting asked questions and commented on the proposed rate increase (June Scene, page 5). On June 4, the Sunriver Owners Association filed a petition to intervene in the Sunriver Water LLC rate case. SROA said it intended to seek a better understanding of the nature of the proposed rate increase, specifically relating to Sunriver Water’s operating costs, its affiliate relationships, its new service provision, its rate spread and its rate base. As

representative for the majority of Sunriver Water’s customers, SROA said it has “significant institutional knowledge regarding the Sunriver community and believes it can assist the Commission in evaluating Sunriver Water’s rate application.” Administrative Law Judge Michael Grant approved the petition on June 12. Intervenors receive copies of testimony, exhibits and other documents filed in the case. Intervenors may file written testimony and cross-examine witnesses at the evidentiary hearing. SROA is represented in the case by legal counsel at Karnopp Petersen LLP. SROA agreed not to “unreasonably broaden the issues, burden the record or unreasonably delay the proceeding.” A work session involving the applicant (Sunriver Water LLC), the intervenor (SROA), and the PUC was held June 23 in Sunriver. Details of that meeting were not available. On June 24, Sunriver Water filed a motion with PUC to limit intervenor access to certain confidential information. Sunriver Water LLC, represented by Steven Hultberg of Radler White & Alexander LLP, requested the PUC’s Administrative Law Judge “appro-

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The U.S. Department of Interior announced a $750,000 WaterSMART grant to the Deschutes Basin Board of Control (seven irrigation districts) working with a broad coalition of interests, called the Deschutes Basin Study Work Group, for the development of a “Basin-Study.” The federal grant, coupled with a $750,000 State of Oregon grant, will enable this broad coalition to manage $1.5 million for an evaluation of the potential effects of climate change on water supplies, and constructive steps to address the future water needs of cities, farmers, and fish and wildlife in Oregon’s iconic Deschutes basin. This is one of only three comprehensive river basin studies funded in the U.S. “This investment by the U.S. and the State of Oregon to assist us in charting our water future is the single largest commitment of state and federal funds for water resources planning, ever, in this Basin,” said Mike Britton, chair of the Deschutes Basin Board of Control. Britton added, “we are grateful for the opportunity to get started on this important new stage in regional water planning.” For over a decade, cities, counties, irrigation districts, the Deschutes River Conservancy, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, local, state and federal agencies and environmental groups have been studying agricultural, urban,

and fish and wildlife water needs in the Upper Deschutes basin (the Deschutes River and its tributaries from its headwaters to Lake Billy Chinook, including Whychus Creek and the lower Crooked River) and have worked together on collaborative solutions. Much of this work has resulted in a series of important water conservation projects throughout

the Deschutes basin. The study will build upon prior work to update groundwater and surface water models, develop a basin climate analysis, update supply and demand projections and identify specific actions to resolve water issues in the basin. The results of the study will be used to develop Turn to Study, page 14

COCC construction update

Construction and remodeling projects are under way on the Central Oregon Community College Bend and Redmond campuses. The majority of the construction funding comes from a $41.58-million bond measure approved by voters in 2009 and state funding. The Technology Education Center, on the corner of Veterans Way and Salmon Drive in Redmond, will house technologycentered programs. A temporary certificate of occupancy was awarded May 29. Landscaping is nearly complete. Furniture and audio-visual installations will now start. The opening date is September 2014. Road and parking lot subgrading has been completed for the Residence Hall project, expected to provide housing for approximately 330 students. Rock retaining walls are almost half completed. The building is scheduled to open summer of 2015. The purchase of Brightside Animal Center is complete, and the building is now empty. Drawings have been submitted to the city of Redmond for permits. Opening is expected by fall 2014. Ochoco Building, which was built in 1964, will be remodeled to house both the humanities and the world languages and cultures departments. Permit drawings are being prepared. The bid date is estimated to be Sept. 18. The building will be completed by fall of 2015. Summer-term hours COCC’s summer term began June 23. During summer term, all public COCC offices will be open until 1 p.m. Fridays, through Aug. 22. Fall term starts Sept. 29. Information: 541-383-7500.

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J U LY

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Friday

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Community Planning & Public Affairs Jane Boubel, chair

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Group Gatherings These groups meet regularly, same time, same place

Monday Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m., The Meadows in the Sunriver Lodge Sign up at the Marketplace Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center

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Church Services Catholic Holy Trinity

Mass: 9:30 a.m. Thursday; 5:30 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. Sunday. Cottonwood Road. 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Rev. Theo Nnabuga

SROA committees are always in need of volunteers. Interested in joining? Contact the chair person for more details or contact SROA at 541-593-2411.

Non-Denominational Community Bible Church at Sunriver

9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 11:15 a.m. Bible Fellowship Hour. At Beaver and Theater drives. 541-593-8341 www.cbchurchsr.org Pastor: Glen Schaumloeffel

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Artist Gallery Sunriver features glass work, scratch board and wood art Paint your summer bright by visiting the Artists Gallery of Sunriver. This month’s featured artists – Marily Badger, Greg Cotton, and Marietta Bajer – utilize unique and colorful techniques to produce some incredible pieces. Although visitors are welcome at the gallery any time (it is open seven days a the week), a really fun time to visit would be Saturday, July 12, 4-7 p.m. during the Second Saturday Artists Reception. Meet the artists and share some wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks. Glass artist Marily Badger’s art is displayed directly in front of a large window specifically so that the sun can play with her brightly colored glass pieces. Badger’s process of working with dichroic glass results in colorful art pieces that many times are also useful. Although dichroic glass dates back to the 4th century AD, modern dichroic glass is the result of materials research carried out by NASA who developed it for use in dichroic filters. Multiple ultra-thin layers of different metals (such as gold and silver) are vaporized by an electron beam in a vacuum chamber. The vapor then condenses on the surface of glass in the form of a crystal structure.

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Marily Badger

When dichroic glass is fused with other glasses during a firing process, individual results can never be exactly predicted, so each piece of glass is unique. Whether you are drawn to Badger’s jewelry or platters, dishes and vessels none of her art disappoints. Artist Marietta Bejar has added works with her latest art passion, scratch board, to her presentation at the gallery. Bejar has been an accomplished and successful oil painter for many years. Her largescale canvases of animals and plants draw compliments and

Greg Cotton

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Greg Cotton, one of the original founders of the gallery, likes to refer to his wood pieces as functional art. The former geometry teacher embraces mathematical discipline in his process, using multiple types of woods and patterns to create each unique piece. As colorful as each art piece is, no colored stains are ever part of the process. Cotton lets the natural beauty of the wood shine through. He uses white maple, light brown cherry, dark Small company… big company results!

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SHARC community garage sale set for Sept. 6 Last year’s Sunriver Community Garage sale at SHARC was a huge success, enabling homeowners to downsize and recycle good and useful items at bargain prices, while helping Habitat for Humanity’s Newberry Chapter. The sale is put on by the Ambassadors of SHARC to benefit homeowners and is open to the public. This year the sale is Saturday, Sept. 6. Since it will come earlier this year, it is not too soon to start setting things aside for the sale.

“Go through your closets, cabinets, garage, storage unit, etc., and gather up those things that you no longer need that are taking up storage space,” said Anita Lohman, SHARC Ambassador. Last year items offered for sale included antiques, kitchenware, small appliances, books, clothing, sports equipment, tools, garden supplies, small items of furniture, jewelry, patio furniture, Christmas items, home decor, art prints and posters, toys and games, camping equipment and more.

Live music, new car show liven up summer in The Village at Sunriver Family Concert Series Some of the best bands in Central Oregon will be performing in July in The Village at Sunriver as part of their Family Concert series. The concerts are free. Rock out and sing-a-long to the funky sounds of the Hit Machine. Enjoy the talented cover music of Michael Lewis Martinez or sway to the smooth jazz of Slick Side Down. All shows run 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the main stage in the village courtyard. • July 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Michael Lewis Martinez playing pop hits. • July 19, 6:30-8-30 p.m.: Slick Side Down offers smooth jazz. • July 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.: The Hit Machine featuring hits of the 1970s and ’80s. For more informa-

Antique, classic car show Flash back to the past as the village fills with antique and classic cars July 26, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy a summer’s day wandering through the village admiring cars from the 1920s and ’30s, hot rods, and muscle cars of the 1970s and ’80s. Live music by the Soul Searchers will accompany the festivities. If you are a proud owner of car built before 1980 and would like to enter the show, go to www.villageatsun river.com, click “Events,” go to the “Sunriver Antique & Classic Car Show” and click “Sign Up.” Prizes will be awarded in a variety of classes. Information: Email events@ alpine-entertainment.com

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The sale will be held in the east parking lot of the SHARC. The cost to rent a 9-foot by 18-foot space is $30, most of which will be donated to Habitat for Humanity. The sale begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. “You can share a space with a friend, or rent several spaces if you have more or large items. If you would like to secure a space, call the Homeowner ID office at 541-585-3147 and have your credit card ready. They will send you via email the ‘homeowner vendor guide,’ with information needed on how to participate. If you participated last year, you know how much fun we had at this

Brewed Awakenings coffee to open in Sunriver The family-owned Brewed Awakenings coffee shop chain and roaster will soon call Sunriver home. Construction is under way on the new retail location and headquarters in The Village at Sunriver. The 1,500-square foot store, which will feature a drive-through window, a full kitchen equipped for baking, a roasting facility, outdoor patio with music, an indoor fireplace and Wi-Fi, is due to open in September. Owners Todd and Sandra Gunderson opened their first kiosk in 1989, “long before drive-thru and coffee shops were all the rage and on every corner,” Todd said. The company has five locations in the Portland and Vancouver metropolitan areas. Brewed Awakenings coffee shops feature am-

biance without pretense, friendly baristas, fresh baked pastries and quality coffee. The coffee is made from beans hand-roasted by the owner himself. The company has developed a reputation for handcrafted, freshly baked and locally sourced pastries. The Gundersons raised their family in Bend while managing their Vancouver stores which required many trips across the Cascades. They said having their headquarters in Sunriver will give them more time to create new roasts and one-of-a-kind baked goods, as well as more opportunity to enjoy their family. They said they plan to play an active part in the community and continue supporting local schools and charities. Information: www.brewedawakenings.us

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Water color and mixed media art exhibit at the Lodge Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery presents a fine art exhibit featuring Mary Marquiss, watercolor and mixed media; Kim Osgood, monotypes, in the upper gallery and a feature of oil by Barbara Slater in the lower gallery. The artists will be present at an opening in their honor on Friday, July 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the upper gallery and the exhibition continues through Aug. 2. Mary Marquiss, respected watercolor artist of Bend, presents work in her traditional medium and mixed media in the upper gallery. Her well-known imagery of commanding, overscale single blooms remains prevalent but now expands to include a delicately rendered,

Mary Marquiss Kim Osgood

over-scale bird and other more extensive images. The artist notes that these additions bring her imagery full-circle to earlier interests. Yet, her ever-increasing command of the medium spirals the imagery to a new excellence. The work continues to emphasize bright color and contrast, moving from light, transparent watercolor to rich, dark pigment. Marquiss received her bachelor of science degree from the University of Oregon and has been painting and teaching watercolor, collage and cookbook creation classes throughout Oregon for 25 years. She received numerous awards from the Watercolor Society of Oregon

Sunriver library programs Family Fun Story Time Stories, songs, rhymes, crafts to develop early literacy skills. Age 0-5. July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30 a.m. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Information about food benefits for families. July 2, 1:303:30 p.m. All libraries closed for Independence Day, July 4.

and her art appears in collections throughout the U.S. as well as in Europe and Australia. Complimenting Marquiss’ minimal imagery in the upper gallery is the complex design of Kim Osgood, shown courtesy of the artist and the Laura Russo Gallery of Portland. Osgood’s large monotypes emphasize negative space filled with texture and layers of rich color. Flowers, birds, vases and other objects frequently float in a clearly defined horizontal landscape of foreground and background. Educated at the Pacific Northwest College of Art and the Rhode Island School of Design, Osgood’s one-person shows include the Joshua Tree

Visitor Center at the National Park as well as numerous shows in the Northwest. Her art appears in collections including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Hallie Ford Museum, the Portland Art Museum and others. Also showing are Barbara Slater’s oils in the lower gallery that reflect her passion that began in her youth for barnyard animals. The artist paints her impressions of the personalities of cows and roosters creating endearing visions of these subjects. This show also introduces Slater’s richly colored floral

landscapes of Central Oregon including over-scale, brilliant red and multi-colored poppies growing in fields. Ranch and Country magazine of Santa Ynez, Calif., frequently features her work on its cover. She is a member of Oil Painters of America and the California Art Club. Sunriver Resort invites the public to join the artist’s reception on Friday evening July 11 as well as the exhibitions at the Lodge, open all hours. Billye Turner organizes exhibitions for Sunriver Resort and provides additional information at 503-780-2828.

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July events turn up the fun at the High Desert Museum 2, 18 – Bat Walk. Join a Museum naturalist for a revealing walk and talk through the forest. 8:30-9:30 p.m. Members, $5; non-members, $10. RSVP: www.highdesert museum.org/rsvp 4 – Independence Day: Museum closed. 4 – Museum and Me. For children and teens, ages 3-18, with a physical, cognitive and/ or social disability. Museum and Me is a time for children and teens with disabilities to enjoy the High Desert Museum during its quietest hours. Explore the museum’s newest exhibits and revisit your favorites free of charge. Adult chaperones are required and siblings are welcome. 5 –8 p.m. Contact Susan Grasser: sgrasser@highdesertmuseum. org or 541-382-4754, ext. 329. 5 – Thorn Hollow String Band. Stomp your feet and dosey doe to the pioneer-inspired jigs of the frontier. 11 a.m. –3 p.m. Free with admission. 6 – Animal Corridors: Planning for Movement, Migra-

tion and Refuge. Planning for wildlife corridors within private lands, residential developments and in road construction projects is vital to ensuring the future of precious wildlife resources. This exhibit takes a closer look at wildlife corridors from Bend to the North American Continent: What wildlife species use them, why animals need them, how corridors are identified and how conservationists are planning for the future. 8, 15 – Owl Prowl. Central Oregon is fortunate to have a high diversity of native owl species, from the tiny northern pygmy owl to the awe-inspiring great gray owl. Join naturalist Damian Fagan for an exciting evening field trip to locate some of the native owl species of Central Oregon. Participants will have the opportunity to encounter wild owls, learn about their natural history, and how to identify them by their unique vocalizations. 8 p.m. Space is limited. Members $5, non-members, $10 9, 16 – In the Dark: Skeleton

Cave Tour. Tour Skeleton Cave with Oregon High Desert Grotto. Expert caver Brent McGregor will lead a small group through this limited-access cave on the Deschutes National Forest. Closed from unguided public access for conservation, take this rare chance to explore cave ecosystems and uncover the specific adaptations of life underground. Tours limited to 15 attendants and RSVP is required. 4:00 pm, Members, $10; Non-members, $15 RSVP: www.highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp 12 – Animal Corridors: Migration on the Wing. Explore the fascinating world of aerial migrations and learn how birds travel thousands of miles and return, year after year, to the same location. Exhibit opens July 12. 19 – Prospecting and Panning. Stake a claim, pan for gold and strike it rich at our re-created mine. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., $2 per miner. 22 – Picnic in the Past. Bring a picnic dinner and blanket to enjoy the Thorn Hollow String Band, historical games and hands-on activities in the meadow. No glass containers. 6–8 p.m. Members, $3 individual; $10 family. Nonmembers, $5 individual; $20 family. RSVP: www.highdesert

museum.org/rsvp 27 – All Aboard! Railroads in the High Desert. The High Desert was transformed almost overnight when the transcontinental railroad arrived. See how trains changed everything in the High Desert, including the population, environment and ways of life. The exhibit features an impressive model railroad painstakingly built specifically for this exhibit, a splendid collection of historic photography, and a genuine velocipede. 31– Art of the West Show. A preview of the annual Art of the West exhibition and reception with the artists. Includes a silent auction of contemporary western art from which all proceeds benefit the museum’s educational programs. 6 p.m. RSVP: www.highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp Daily program schedule Visit the High Desert Ranger Station, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Desert Dwellers, 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The High Desert is full of wildlife with unique adaptations. Come discover how each animal is designed to succeed in various habitats, and meet some of our desert animals up close. Otter Talk, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Meet at the otter pond to discover this charismatic animal’s role in the environment. How can they swim in such

cold rivers? What do they eat? How are they uniquely adapted to an aquatic lifestyle? 1904 Miller Ranch and Sawmill, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Meet the Millers as they welcome you to the pioneer world of 1904. Explore how this working family lived and supported themselves in the High Desert. Join them in tending the garden, doing some chores or playing some pioneer games. Bird of Prey Encounter, 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Have you ever been eye to eye with a bird of prey? Meet a raptor up close, and learn about their fascinating behaviors and adaptations in the High Desert. Cat Talk, 12 p.m. Wild cats are an elusive and important predator in our ecosystems. Discover more about the three species of wild cats found in the High Desert and learn where they can be found in the wild. Raptors of the Desert Sky, 12:30 p.m. Listen to our biologist narrate as hawks, owls and other raptors soar close enough to raise the hairs on your head. 15 minute walk from the admission desk. Not accessible to strollers and wheelchairs. Weather permitting. Members, $2; non-members, $3 per person, plus admission; ages 4 and under, free. Desertarium Encounter, 1 Turn to Museum, page 20

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“Just living is not enough…one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little spice.” –Anonymous

sunriver women’s club President’s message “Spice Up Your Life”! This can mean so many different things. It can refer to flavors in food, traveling, new friendships, joining a new activity group, or taking a little time just to enjoy the quiet world of the nature around us. We are enjoying summer, looking forward to new experiences, and enjoying the tried and true…families, outdoor activities, sports, travel. The Sunriver Women’s Club gives women opportunities to spice up their lives in sometimes unexpected ways — what will be yours? This summer volunteer at the Art Faire, Aug. 8-10, help with concessions at the Twilight Cinemas, take a hike, tour historic Bend, walk in the 4th of July parade, Shop for a Cause at Macy’s. The options are only as limited as your imagination. –Martha Deuchler and Marcia Schonlau, co-presidents

Membership Membership is open yearround to all women in Sunriver and the surrounding communities. An active membership is $20 and an associate membership is $35. Contact Marty Fobes at 541-602-2654 or email srwcmembership@gmail. com with questions. 4th of July parade The SRWC Art Faire will again participate in the parade into The Village at Sunriver. To join in the fun, wear your yellow T-shirt and maybe bring your dog. Gather in the area by Fort Funnigan at 10 a.m.

Art Faire volunteers needed The SRWC’s Art Faire is Aug. 8-10 in The Village at Sunriver. There are many ways to get involved in this worthwhile Macy’s Shop For a Cause SRWC is selling tickets for community event. For more the Macy’s Saturday, Aug. 23, information, contact artfairev“Shop For a Cause.” Tickets olunteers@gmail.com are $5 each and entitle the shopper to a 25 percent dis- Hearty Soles/Soft Soles • Tuesday, July 1 - Metolius count at any Macy’s store in the U.S. The $5 is 100 percent River, Leaders: Gina Rosbrook profit for SRWC. It’s Macy’s and Sandy Young. This is an way of giving back to the com- easy 5.4-mile loop along the munity. In addition, there magical Metolius River to the

Thirty-six adventurous Sunriverites and members of Hearty Soles, a walking group sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club, drove to Fort Rock where they were divided into three groups. On a rotating basis, they climbed Fort Rock, explored Cow Cave or wandered through the museum with their guides. After a day of exploring, they headed to Cowboy Dinner Tree to enjoy outrageous servings of great food.

Lake, Leaders: Patty Klascius and Gina Rosbrook, Kayak/ Hearty Soles/Soft Soles. Kayakers meet Gina at 7:30 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Catholic Church parking lot. Hikers meet Klascius at 9 a.m. in the HTCC parking lot. Kayakers will paddle in the morning then meet the hikers at 10 a.m. for the hike. RSVP to pklascius@gmail.com for lunch at the lovely Suttle Lake Resort, where tables will be saved. The menu is reasonably priced fea-

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and 3 p.m. Explore the ways reptiles and amphibians adapt to changing temperatures and find their food. Join the Desertarium team for an encounter

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with a cold-blooded species. Spirit of the West Exhibit Tour, 2:45 p.m. What was life like on the High Desert frontier? Join a historian on a journey through the 19th century, an era of dramatic change, from a Native American encampment, fur trading outpost, a desolate stretch of the Oregon Trail and an underground mine to an 1880s frontier town. Kids Camp. Monday, June 23–Friday, Aug. 29. Visit www.highdesertmuseum.org/ summer-camp to register for available week-long day camps. In the Field: Help monitor the local songbird population, July 17. Come join local birders, museum volunteers and wildlife staff who are helping with a national bird banding project again this summer. The Deschutes County MAPS

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program (Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship) provides critical information about the ecology, conservation and management of North American bird populations. See the return of recently banded birds, get a close-up look at a wide variety of songbirds and learn about the factors contributing to changes in bird populations. The local banding station is located at Ryan Ranch Meadows on the Deschutes River. Museum members and the public are welcome to watch and help contribute to this important conservation effort. Free but space is limited. Check the website for details on the time and meeting place. RSVP: 541-382-4754, ext. 241 or www.highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp

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The candidates are: Jim Fister, Dwaye Foley, Sandra Kendle, Patty Klasicus, Bob Nelson and Roger Smith. Klasicus, Nelson and Smith are incumbents seeking re-election. Fister, Foley and Kendle are first-time candidates. Details about the candidates are available on page 27 of this Scene and in the voters’ pamphlet. Video statements by the candidates will be available at www.sunriverowners.org beginning July 10.

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How will the next volcanic eruption affect you? Here in Central Oregon we live among giants — majestic mountains that draw hundreds of thousands of visitors every year as well as an ever-increasing number of year-round residents to the region. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that those mountains are actually volcanoes, and that volcanic activity has occurred in the Cascades for the past 40 million years. What does this past activity tell us about the likelihood of future eruptions, and how could future activity affect our daily lives? As part of its science-themed Summer Reading Program, Deschutes Public Library presents two events led by volcanologist Daniele McKay on Monday, July 7, 6 p.m. at the Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street; and Thursday, July 17, 4 p.m., at the La Pine Library, 16425 1st Street. In both talks McKay will discuss the types of volcanic activity that are most likely to occur in central Oregon and how these eruptions might affect us. Both presentations are free.   “There are hundreds of volcanoes in central Oregon, many of which have the potential to become active,” McKay said. “As you look across the central Oregon landscape, nearly every hill, butte, cone or mountain that you see is a volcano.” As for how many of those volcanoes might actually erupt, McKay says it’s something for which we don’t yet have an answer, but during her talks she will elaborate on some of the ways that scientists determine the likelihood of eruptions. McKay graduated with a PhD in geology from the University of Oregon, where she studied the processes and products of cinder cone eruptions. Cinder cones are the most

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common volcanic landform on Earth, and also the most common type of volcanoes found in the central Oregon Cascades. Much of McKay’s research involves mapping the ash deposits produced by recent cinder cone eruptions in Central Oregon. A life-long passion for exploring mountains sparked an early interest in science, eventually prompting her to examine natural processes in detail by studying geology. Information: www.deschuteslibrary.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations (alternative formats, seating or auxiliary aides) should call 541-312-1034.

Enjoy movies under the stars with Twilight Cinema Summer nights have come alive with the Sunriver Twilight Cinema brought to you by Cascade Sotheby’s and Sunset Lodging in Sunriver. Starting Aug. 2 and running through Labor Day weekend, the amphitheater at SHARC and The Village at Sunriver’s “north lawn” play host to the area’s only outdoor family movies. Alpine Entertainment provides a 20-foot tall inflatable movie screen, theater quality sound and all of the evening entertainment. Activities and vendors are on hand prior to the movies and don’t forget about the world famous Twilight Cinema dance party before every show. You can expect a great line up of classics and blockbuster family movies. Movie schedule Movie times, locations and titles subject to change. Aug. 2, 7 p.m. Despicable Me 2 in The Village at Sunriver Aug. 5, 7 p.m. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 at SHARC amphitheater Aug. 8, 7 p.m. The Princess Bride * SHARC amphitheater Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. Rio 2 at SHARC Amphihteater Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m. Lego Movie in The Village at

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Lectures presented by the Sunriver Nature Center Stardust, Cells, and Science: The Origin of Life Revisited Tuesday, July 22, 7 p.m. Tower Theatre in Bend. Free and open to the public, but registration recommended at the Tower Theatre 541-3170700 or www.towertheatre.org. Dr. David Deamer says with well-founded confidence, “We will never be able to say with certainty how life did begin, but we will show how life CAN begin…” Ever since Urey and Miller’s now-famous experiment in 1953 showed that amino acids, basic building blocks of proteins, could form spontaneously from simple inorganic molecules of earth’s early atmosphere, scientists have been making steady progress

in understanding how just six elements – carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus and sulfur – can form all of the structures of living cells. Deamer is among a select group of scientists working on the cutting edge of science that is seeking to answer one of mankind’s most fundamental

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solar systems. As Carl Sagan so eloquently put it, “We are all stardust.” Deamer is the author or coauthor of 200 research papers and review articles, and the author/editor of 12 books. His research has been featured in NOVA and National Geographic programs on life’s origins and artificial life.

Climate Change at Crater Lake Saturday, July 26, 6 p.m. at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. This is a free event, but reservations recommended. 541-593-4394. Crater Lake Park Ranger Brian Ettling will be sharing his observations of the changes that have occurred over the last 22 years at Crater Lake.

and even affect the way our food tastes. Explore these curiosities and solve a mystery using chromatography. Age 6-11. July 22, 1:30 p.m.

and investigate meteorites. July 24, 3 p.m. Open to ages 9-17.

Friends of the Sunriver Area Public Library Board Meeting Monthly meeting. Open to the public. July 23, 10 a.m. Space Day Observatory staff will help you check out a solar telescope

Anglers Club hosts Fish Fry The 17th annual Sunriver Anglers Club Fish Fry will be held Saturday, July 19, at Fort Rock Park. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 2 p.m. The featured meal will be fresh, boneless, grilled trout, prepared with a special secret herb and butter seasoning. Side dishes include corn on the cob, baked beans, coleslaw and watermelon. Hot dogs and hamburgers are also available. The Bitterbrush Band will provide live entertainment.

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youth education programs sponsored by the Sunriver Anglers, including Kokanee Karnival, which reaches nearly 1,000 school children, aquatic environmental education at Three Rivers School, the Deschutes River Conservancy, and similar programs. A silent auction and raffle are scheduled with items donated by a number of local businesses and individuals. Tickets are available from any club member at $12 for adults and $6 for children (12 and under). Tickets will be available at the event. Information: Jerry Hubbard, 541-390-9798, jhubbard@ chamberscable.com or call Mal Murphy at 541-593-2641.

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Mt. Bachelor provides summer recreational, scenic opportunities Mt. Bachelor’s had slightly more than 500,000 visitors this past winter season. For the first time since 2005, Mt. Bachelor was the most-visited ski resort in the Pacific Northwest. “Given the sluggish start and the poor conditions during the Christmas holiday period, we are very pleased with the end result. We are very fortunate that our high elevation and reliable snowfall allowed us to have a successful season. Most other ski resorts along the West Coast weren’t nearly as fortunate,” said Drew Jackson, marketing and communications manager. Chairlift rides, sunset dinners Summer activities include scenic chairlift rides featuring views of Cascade lakes and volcanoes, sled dog cart rides, disc golf, hiking and shopping for summer and winter gear. Daytime and twilight chairlift rides are available for $11$17 depending on age from the Mountain Gateway building. Each ticket is good for one ride up and down the lift. Hours

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shank with your index finger. Wind the hackle around the loop of monofilament tippet about 5-6 turns progressing up the loop, and 5-6 wraps down the loop to bring the hackle back down to the hook. Tie off the hackle and trim the excess. Spin dubbing material onto the thread and wind forward through the thorax. Gently lift the tippet loop at a 90-degree angle from the hook and stroke the hackle fibers to the back of the hook. Hold the final stroke between

and dates of operations vary based on season. Call 1-800829-2442 for details. Sunset dinners at Pine Marten Lodge are offered Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings July 4 through Aug. 31. Reservations are required by calling 1-800-829-2442 or by booking online. Menu items range from $8 appetizers to $60 for a porterhouse steak for two. Lift tickets to reach the sunset dinner must be purchased separately at a cost of $9 to $14 per person depending on age. Diners are encouraged to arrive at the mountain at least 25 minutes before their dinner reservation to allow time to obtain lift tickets and ride the lift to the mid-mountain lodge. Diners should dress in layers as the temperature is typically 10 to 15 degrees cooler than in Sunriver and Bend. New this summer, the Cirque restaurant in the upper level of Pine Marten Lodge will be open daily at 11 a.m. providing freshly prepared lunch items. The Cirque will also be open

for dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday providing a more casual dining experience.

your fingers and gently pull the tippet loop forward to the head and tie off, being careful to not catch any hackle fibers. Wind 5-6 wraps of thread over the tippet. Gently pull the tippet

tight to condense the hackle fibers over the top of the thorax. Clip off the excess tippet and whip finish the head. Lightly glue the head to complete the fly.

Bike Park opens July 11 This summer marks the mountain’s full first summer season of downhill-mountain biking. Three distinct, top-tobottom routes featuring 1,300feet of vertical drop are served by the Pine Marten chairlift. These routes are rated difficult and most difficult and users must sign waivers. Single day bike park tickets range from $19 to $34 depending on time of arrival. Multiday passes are available. Tickets do sell out due to limited capacity on the lift and trail network. Mt. Bachelor is offering week long Gravity Bike Camps for $239. First-timers to experts will be grouped according to ability and shown how to use a skills park, the lift-accessed downhill trails and single-track cross country trails. Information: www.mtbach elor.com/summer/services_activities

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Sunriver Angler’s Fly Tying Corner: Pull-over Callibaetis Spinner By Phil Fischer Callibaetis mayfly hatches are beginning this month and will last through the summer and into early fall. The Callibaetis hatch is unquestionably the most important mayfly hatch on the Cascade Lakes in Central Oregon. Trout key on the nymph stage prior to the hatch; the emerger stage during the hatch; the dun stage on the surface, and spinners returning to lay eggs to begin the cycle anew. Fishing techniques for this insect vary, from nymphs fished beneath an indicator, to wind drifted or stripped, to fishing dun and spinner patters on the surface. Hatches usually occur in the later morning and extend into the afternoon on many days. To extend your fishing day, stock up on various stages of this insect to cover the hatch thoroughly. For this month’s pattern, I have chosen a favorite fly for imitating the spinner stage of this insect; the pull-over Callibaetis spinner. Because the spinner stage is often on the surface at the same time as the dun, I will fish this pattern in tandem with cripples or dun imitations to give myself a better chance of success. Many of my most memorable dry fly fishing days have occurred during the Callibaetis hatch.

One day on Hosmer Lake, I float-tubed one of my favorite areas and began casting wooly buggers with a trailing Callibaetis mayfly nymph pattern. Before long I saw the familiar sight of a large, probably size 12, Callibaetis mayfly on the surface of the lake. Just as quickly, this mayfly disappeared into the swirl of a rising Atlantic salmon. Soon I saw another rise, and another, many of which were consumed by the Atlantics feeding ravenously so soon after ice out. It didn’t take too many rises for me to abandon the wooly bugger and nymph for a dry line and Callibaetis pattern. My presentations were greeted eagerly by the rising Atlantics and I brought several of these magnificent fish to net. But the really awesome part of the day, and the event that made it so memorable was the bald eagle I saw land in a tree nearby where I was fishing. He watched over the scene of feeding Atlantics, and I stared at the beauty of this bird. Soon I returned to fishing and the rise forms continuing on the water in front of me. On one of my casts, I laid down the line on the water, and was startled by a loud splash over my shoulder. I quickly turned my gaze toward the

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splash and saw the eagle, now with an Atlantic Salmon in its talons, fly over my head no more than 20 feet high. As he was passing by, I felt the line on the rod tighten with my own hook-up of an Atlantic. It was truly one of those “it doesn’t get any better than this” moments. And it forever etched the Callibaetis mayfly hatches as one of my favorites. While this pattern gives the impression that the fly could use a haircut, when viewed from the trout’s perspective, from underneath the surface, it is an excellent imitation for the Callibaetis Spinner. Pattern recipe Hook: Tiemco 100 or Daiichi 1180, sizes 12-18 Thread: Tan or Tobacco Brown Danville 70 Denier (6/0) Tail: Brown or Dun Microfibbets Abdomen: Wild Turkey Biot from the leading edge of the flight feathers Thorax: Light tan or Olive dubbing (75%) blended with olive ice dubbing (25%) Post: 4X Tippet Hackle/Wing: Whiting Farms Dun Grizzly tied Pullover style

Tying instructions Tie four micro-fibbet fibers for the tail (length should be 2 - 2 ½ times the hook gape). Manually split the tail pushing two fibers to the far side of the hook and two to the near side of the hook. I prefer to split the tail further with a single wrap of thread tied in between the fibbets. In order to make this technique work effectively, it is necessary to spin the thread on the bobbin until is wound fairly tightly to create body and structure in the thread. Now take one wind of thread through the split fibbets and forward at a 45-degree angle. To lock the tail in place, take an additional wrap in front of the tail and one wrap under the tail. Tie in a turkey biot by the tip. The translucent side of the biot should be positioned forward, and the opaque side should be back. Lightly glue the abdomen before winding the biot. Wind the biot forward to the 2/3 point of the hook with five to seven wraps, creating a nice segmented effect on the

abdomen. Prepare a hackle feather by stripping the barbs from the feather up to the point where no more than 1/4 of the barb is web. With the shiny side of the feather facing you, strip several more barbs from the side of the feather (1/8 inch or less) that will rest against the wing on the first wrap to help insure that the barbs set properly. I prefer the longer Whiting Farms Dry Fly Saddles in the right size, as they are easier to handle and can tie multiple flies from the same feather. Tie in a 4-to 5-inch piece of 4X tippet starting the tie-in at the rear of the head, and extending back through the thorax. Wraps should be firm to ensure the material won’t slip when executing the pullover with the hackle. Pull the loop upward at a 90-degree angle to the hook Turn to Fly, page 23

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SROA President’s Message: The common good

sunriver owners association SROA has grown over the pated in the survey. years to include parks, roads, What follows is a brief sumpathways, pools, tennis courts, mary of the survey findings. an aquatics and community 77 percent of our ownership center, and common land. are 55 years Organizationally, it has of age or olda number of different er. 49 percent departments including are retired, 47 public works, communipercent are employed cations, environmental, and 3 peradministration and recreation. But at its core, cent are unSROA is a service organiemployed. 93 percent of zation that serves the inBob Nelson respondents terests of property owners said they own in Sunriver. This includes single-family homes, fractional one Sunriver property, 7 perownerships and commercial cent own two properties and ownerships. Ownership is what 1 percent have three or more we all have in common. properties. 14 percent of reNow consider the challenge sponders said their Sunriver of serving this ownership group property has multiple owners that numbers in the thousands. while 86 percent report that As you might expect, our they are the only owners. owners are a fairly diverse group With regard to time spent demographically, financially, in Sunriver, 38 percent spend and socially with equally di- less than a month in Sunriver verse interests, opinions and per year, 37 percent spend 1-3 perspectives. Because of this, it months, 7 percent spend 4-6 is essential that SROA policy months, 3 percent spend 7-9 makers and administration months, and 14 percent spend have a clear understanding of 10-12 months in Sunriver per the nature of this diversity. To year. There are also significant assist us in this task, we have conducted a recent survey of differences in just how owners use their homes. 17 percent of our membership. Approximately 62 percent of respondents said their Sunriver our owners/members partici- property is their primary home,

44 percent said it’s a vacation home (which they don’t rent), 35 percent said it’s a vacation home and rental, 3 percent said it’s only a rental and 2 percent own an unimproved lot. Regarding longevity of ownership, 4 percent report being new owners (under 1 year), 17 percent have owned for 1-5 years, 18 percent have owned for 6-10 years, 33 percent have owned for 11-20 years and 20 percent have owned their Sunriver property for more that 20 years. When asked if they plan on selling their homes, 71 percent report that they do not plan on selling their Sunriver property. When looking to the future 24 percent of respondents plan on making Sunriver their home. Turning to general levels of satisfaction, owners were asked to respond to the question, “which of these statements best reflects your opinion about SROA board decisions?” Five percent of respondents said decisions completely favor full-time residents, 24 percent said decisions mostly favor full-time residents, 62 percent said decisions are balanced between full-time and part-time residents, 7 percentsaid decisions mostly favor part-time

SROA board June meeting highlights The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors met June 20, 2014. Board members present: David Jendro, Bob Wrightson, Mike Gocke, Bob Nelson, Pat Hensley, Richard Wharton, Patty Klascius, Mark Murray. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Brooke Snavely. Treasurer’s report As of May 31, 2014 (unaudited/estimated) Revenues………..4,350,740 Expenses………..3,720,524 Surplus (deficit)......630,216 Owners forum -John Wiest outlined concerns about allowing electric assist bicycles on SROA pathways. He requested the board not place the boat launch measure on the ballot for the upcoming election due to complexity and environmental impacts of the proposal. He detailed concerns about the SROA Pathway Master Plan and requested the opportunity to review the plan and its development. Wiest also raised concerns about the new coffee shop under construction in The Village at Sunriver, specifically traffic engineering and vehicular Page 26

circulation. He asked if there was an engineering study performed and if he could review it. Association operations Administration: Survey of members completed and results being compiled by the consultant. Staff and legal counsel filed paperwork to apply for intervener status in the Sunriver Water Company rate case under consider by the Oregon Public Utility Commission (see story page 12). Organized a joint Deschutes County/SROA task force to study possibilities of river access at Harper Bridge. Following recommendation of SROA’s insurance brokers, coordinated replacement of a fence line near Harper Bridge with private property signage. Accounting: Continued analysis of the Sunriver Water rate case. Invoiced and delivered summer bulk buy tickets to property managers. Began internal review and budget control meetings with department managers. IT: Installed and began collecting use data on the tennis gate card swipe system. Continued work toward launch of the new Sunriver Navigator mobile

application for Android and Apple devices. Communications: SROA’s five websites received 47,000 visits in May with most of the traffic focused on the SunriverSHARC.com website. Planned for hosting three free kids nights at the Bend Elks July 2, 9, 16 as part of the Sunriver Style campaign. Community Development: Project review activity continued to outpace expectations and prior year activity. Shane Hostbjor completed scanning of 40 years worth of archived documents into the new electronic filing system. Sunriver Resort submitted a proposal to the Design Committee for a new internal roadway system. Environmental Services: Released bid for ladder fuels reduction and tree thinning on commons. Planning for the annual War on Weeds Aug. 1. Responded to calls and performed site visits regarding ladder fuel reduction on private properties. Continued firewood permit program research and served as lead representative on the Harper Bridge joint task force. Public Works: Completed conversion of a Fort Rock tennis www.sunriverowners.org

residents and 2 percent said decisions completely favor parttime residents. It would probably be safe to conclude a few things from the preliminary findings. The first is that our ownership is older and they have owned a home in Sunriver for quite sometime. Almost half of us are retired. Also 85 percent of our owners are not “permanent” residents. Furthermore, almost 40 percent of our owners also rent their properties. Just based on these general conclusions, it is clear that while there is general stability in ownership there are distinct differences among us. From a practical perspective, knowing and understanding differences among owner groupings is important. As an example, various interest groups may come to the SROA Board and advocate for a particular position on a matter. Typically, the folks that address the Board are also permanent residents. This is the case based primarily on their proximity to Sunriver. Proximity often equals access. The dilemma of course is that permanent residents are a demographic minority so, as a group, on a given issue, the perspective they share may not

represent the position of the majority of our owners. Similarly, there may exist distinct differences in owner perspective depending on whether you rent your home or not. The purpose here is not to advocate for one position or another. Rather it is to illustrate the legitimacy of differing opinions and interests. We have been very fortunate to have been able, for the most part, to find resolutions to these differences. The glue that continues to hold our service association together is our mission. By continuing to focus on preservation and enhancement of our natural environment, our quality of life and our property values, we have been able to improve Sunriver and our association. 73 percent of us believe that Sunriver is a better place to live compared to five years ago and 78 percent believe that Sunriver is a better place to vacation compared to five years ago. Your board and administration will continue to work diligently to both understand our admitted differences in needs and perspective as well as seek to find solutions that support the common good.

court to pickleball courts ahead of schedule. Installed a new barbecue and cleaned up Mary McCallum Park in preparation for summer use. Completed spring pathway rebuild and maintenance projects. Road slurry and crack sealing projects completed on time and under budget. Restoration of Cardinal Landing Bridge substantially complete. Prepared North Pool and tennis courts for summer season. Swept all roads in Sunriver, the first time in department history the entire 65 miles of roads were swept in one season. Recreation/SHARC: Overall visitation to SHARC in May exceeded last year for the same timeframe. The soft opening weekend prior to Memorial Day was a success with 2,100 pounds of food collected and $500 in cash donations for Care and Share. Memorial Day weekend attendance and gate revenue eclipsed the entire month gate admission for the prior year combined. Six teams participated in the inaugural Sunriver Swish basketball skills competition. Staff brought awareness of SHARC and SROA children’s program to the Bend audience by staffing a booth at the Kids Pole Peddle Paddle event. Hosted three large events: Central

Oregon Association of Realtors fashion show, Sunriver Rotary Club’s annual fundraising dinner and release of Craig Johnson’s latest Walt Longmire book. Board actions -Approved minutes of the April 18 SROA/SSD joint meeting -Approved minutes of the May 16 work session and May 17 regular meeting. -Approved the May financial report. -Approved the appointments of Kathleen Pfeifer and Judy Jenkins to the Election Committee. -Approved appointment of board members to work groups to implement Goals 1-3 of the board’s 2014 goals under Vision 2020. Goal 1 (Review and Revise Board Orientation, Reference Materials and Processes): Bob Nelson, Mark Murray, Hugh Palcic, Jamie Kendellen, Charanne Graham, Becki Sylvester. Goal 2 (Promote Increased Owner Participation SROA Governance): Hugh Palcic, Keith Kessaris, Brooke Snavely, Chris Breault. Goal 3 (Review of SROA Governing Documents) Pat Hensley, Charanne Graham, David Jendro, Patti Gentiluomo, Scott Hartung, Richard WharTurn to Board, page 28 SUNRIVER SCENE • JULY 2014

Comparison of candidates for the SROA Board of Directors Jim Fister

Dwayne Foley

Sandra Kendle

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Roger Smith

I value public service, and want to continue to contribute. Currently serving on the SROA Board, I am informed about current SROA issues and confident in my ability to continue to address them.

I am seeking another term on our board because I believe that I can make a positive difference in SROA and Sunriver. This is important to me because I have a passion for Sunriver – our natural environment, our quality of life and the strength of our property values. I also believe that it is critical that we are wise and skilled custodians of these treasured resources

I have enjoyed my last three years on SROA Board of Directors because of my love for this magical place called Sunriver. I hope SROA owners will continue to give me the opportunity to provide stewardship and leadership for the next three years. I promise to continue open and honest communications with all stakeholders in our community

1. Why are you seeking a position on the SROA Board of Directors? My wife and I have been part-time owners in Sunriver since 2002, and we’ve recently moved here full-time, even as I continue to work full-time remotely for Intel. I see an opportunity to make Sunriver more attractive to a younger, working group of residents, which would help to increase the value of Sunriver to all of its residents. Encouraging the next generation of owners keeps our property values healthy, and makes the community grow.

First, I care deeply about Sunriver, and I want to assure that it’s the best possible place for the three generations of my family to experience, own property and enjoy. Second,. I feel strongly that you have an obligation to advance your community’s wellbeing. This not only includes being informed, but also being an active participant in its governance.

Being a part of the community in which I live has always been important to me. If elected I will strive to promote and improve the quality of life in Sunriver. Working within the framework of Vision 2020, I would like to assist in the implementation of its goals and objectives. This includes supporting the work of the Infrastructure and Amenities Task Force. I feel my experience in business and on prior homeowners’ boards allow me to bring a positive and fresh perspective to the SROA. I have the knowledge and experience of working with individual homeowners and businesses to promote harmony within our community.

2. What professional and volunteer experience do you bring that could enhance the board of directors? My experience at Intel has taught me to always assume that there’s a viable solution, provided that we want to work hard enough to find it. Being able to break down complex problems into simple steps would be a valuable skill to bring to the board. I’ve also done extensive volunteer work in the area of technology education with the Oregon school and university systems. Learning a complex system like public education and finding ways to work within it has given me a new view on how to learn and teach successful strategies in new areas outside of the corporate world.

I have more than 40 years of experience in both corporate and non-profit. More than half of that time, I was in a senior executive position. I have been not only an executive, but also a board member, including chair of major 501 c(3) boards. In these capacities, I have dealt with the full range of organizational issues including policy, budget, personnel and strategic planning. In addition to this overall experience, I have personal experience in specific issues pertinent to Sunriver, like environmental issues, inter agency cooperation, pedestrian and bicycle systems, noise issues and emergency response

I retired from the City of Walnut Creek, Calif., after 23 years of employment. During my tenure I served in the finance, engineering and community development departments. I advanced to management where I was responsible for project and budget management and employee supervision. I have 12 years of experience serving in various positions on homeowners’ boards in California. I spent two years as the cochair of the SROA Election Committee and four years as treasurer for the Friends of the Sunriver Area Library. I am active in the Sunriver Women’s Club and just completed two terms as assistant treasurer. Volunteer work includes the Second Tern, Sunriver Art Faire and Sunriver Christian Fellowship.

Bachelor of Science Degree (cum laude), and graduate work California State University Northridge, OSU and others. High school teacher in CA and OR (20 years); Business Manager/ Deputy Clerk of School District #45 (8 years); President, Whistler Vacation Club. A member-owned timeshare association HOA in British Columbia (President 2 years, board member 5 years); State Coordinator, Field Force Admissions for the United States Military Academy West Point (10 years).

I have been fortunate to be able to serve our community as the SROA Vice President for one year and as President for four years. During this time I have also served as a member of the Sunriver Service District for over four years. Additionally, I have served on the Finance Committee, the Covenants Committee, the SHARC Development Task Force, the Property Exchange Task Force and the Amenities Admission Task Force. From this level of involvement, I have gained a sophisticated understanding of SROA operations, relationships and history. Throughout my service, I have a demonstrated history of leadership in virtually all of our major advances in the past six years.

During my 35 year banking career, I managed sizeable budgets and staffs, with responsibility for profitability, recruiting, sales, marketing, training, regulatory compliance and, most importantly, customer service. The past three years I’ve served as the assistant secretary for the SROA Board of Directors. Previously, I served as the SROA Volunteer Coordinator co-chair and on the SROA Finance Committee. I was twice elected as president of the Rotary Club of Sunriver. I currently serve as the webmaster for the Sunriver Music Festival, Sunriver Christian Fellowship Church, the Sunriver Rotary Club and M&R Games. I am the past treasurer of the Bend Boys and Girls Club, past ambassador for the Sunriver and Bend Chamber of Commerce, and past director of Oregon Mortgage Lenders Association.

3. Should Sunriver Owners Association construct its own boat ramp on the Deschutes River and why? I plan to vote for the boat ramp when it comes on the ballot. I believe that we need to ensure that owners continue to have some special privileges, and this would be a great complement to the owners’area in the SHARC. We all come to Sunriver for the outdoor life, and access to the river would be a wonderful addition to our lives here.

Yes. River access is an important amenity for SROA owners, and having a facility under SROA control is preferable. I would limit its use to SROA members and their guests.

Yes! With closing of the existing marina boat ramp in 2015, Sunriver will cease to have boat-launching access from that location. Prioritized by the Infrastructure and Amenities Task Force, the project moved through comment and development stages. The board is proceeding with a ballot measure that, if approved by the owners, will allow construction to begin with no additional “out of pocket” expense to homeowners.

Yes. One thing that makes Sunriver distinctive from other resort-residential communities is the river that runs through it. Since Sunriver Resort has chosen to limit their marina operations to their commercial use only, this amenity came to the top of the amenities list. The property exchange with the Resort (and confirmed by your vote) did facilitate our acquiring a protected spot for hand and motorboat launching

Several years ago, the Resort notified us there would be no river access using the boat ramp next to its marina effective 2015. Attempts were made to arrive at a suitable site for river access. Fortunately, SROA secured land with river frontage through a property exchange with the Resort. This month you will vote on the development that provides us with safe and reliable river access.

Yes, I personally see this as an amenity that is long overdue… not just for boats, canoes, kayak owners, but as an opportunity to add one more “nugget” to the appeal of Sunriver. This is just my opinion; hopefully, the SROA owners will give us their vote of approval through this election

Continuing developing infrastructure (two needed roundabouts; SROA “core” area to include upgrades to police, fire, public works and recycling buildings), and amenities as recommended by the MacKay Sposito report (a neighborhood park or two with restrooms along with pathway, Mary McCallum Park and North Tennis Center improvements, etc.). I also think it is in the best interest to continue to attract permanent residents, for “presence” safety on each lane, as well as to develop/maintain the perception that this is a community that is also lived in. SROA interacts with service providers (SSD, Sunriver Environmental LLC, Bend Broadband, etc.), and business entities (Rediscover Sunriver Village, Resort, property management companies, the Chamber of Commerce, etc.), each with their own agenda(s). Cooperation by all is needed to build a stronger community.

The issues of today may not be the issues of tomorrow. We operate in an ever changing and expanding environment involving relationships and interdependencies with other governmental and commercial entities. SROA is a large and complex organization providing essential and important services to a diverse membership. Change is the constant. In the interest of stability, we need to emphasize reliance on processes. These include reliance in decision making based on verifiable facts and data; remaining faithful to our mission and values; routinely utilizing our established decision making protocol; acknowledging the diversity within our ownership; and focusing on policy making

With the most current 2014 Owners Survey information to be announced, I believe this is a great starting point to guide the board during the next three years. Owner input is a must to ensure everyone’s opinions and concerns are heard and researched completely. Owners must feel the final decision is in the best interest of all owners, businesses, and visitors. I would support our board holding smaller “Brown Bag”gatherings within Sunriver and at outside locations to ensure all interested owners are given the opportunity to be heard and all concerns and alternate ideas fully explored. I also support having our board meetings be held online, not just for outof-town owners but local owners as well. Let’s face it; our boardroom is not large enough for everyone to attend!

The question begs clarification, “for whom?” All would benefit from these suggestions: Environmental – increase attention to bitterbrush removal where it is most prominent. Two grassroots groups assist in keeping our environment pristine – the LT Rangers (trash pick-up) and the Weed Abatement Committee (noxious/invasive plants). Recreation – wintertime programming, and the possibility of adding a Zorb ball experience to summer activities. Design – requiring all owners to have non-combustible roofing materials would help retain or reduce their fire insurance policies, and clearly defined driveways would make policing easier for our police force. Require a SROA inspection at point of sale would help new owners avoid surprises when they buy a house that they want to remodel.

In order to answer this question, I believe it essential that we have a clear understanding of just who or what group we are trying to accommodate. Lacking such clarity, we are in jeopardy of pursuing directions that might be in conflict with our mission and values. As an example, constructing a giant ferris wheel might appeal to children but would probably be regarded as atrocious by most of our owners. I purposely want to emphasize enhancement rather than addition. Our appeal is inherent in our natural environment, our quality of life and our property values. Everything we do must be consistent with these values. Protecting and enhancing these will ensure Sunriver’s attractiveness and safety well into the future.

I support our Vision 2020 Long Range Strategic Plan. During the past three years, there have been many beautification projects that have brought “ooohs and ahhhs” to our community – the SHARC; the Village at Sunriver which has helped reduce vacancies; the Sunriver Lodge Besson Commons and upgrades to their golf courses; our own Public Works Department for their outstanding efforts maintaining our roads and pathways, and of course, the great support from our Sunriver Police and Fire departments. Hey, these wonderful attributes are what make the appeal of Sunriver so easy to share with non-residents.

4. What issues would you like the board to address in the next three years? I view SROA as needing to address the needs of not only owners, but also of the property management, visitors, and workers that make this community what it is. I would like to address ways to make Sunriver more appealing not only to the current generation, but to those who will live, work, and visit here in the next 10 and twenty years. I would like to find ways to better communicate the workings of the SROA Board, and also ways to respond better to concerns coming from our owner and worker constituencies.

First is the never ending obligation to improve the oversight and stewardship of the assets and finances of SROA. The annual budget of nearly $10 million, and the protection of property (and property values) of the owners demands the greatest vigilance. The systems and oversight practices must be continuously monitored to assure their effectiveness. Furthermore, this high standard of oversight should extend to the SROA controlled interactions with owners and guests. In my experience, the staff of SROA conduct their business with a high level of professionalism and effectiveness. That said, however, there is no“good enough”for an operation like SROAs. Second, I would support efforts to strengthen the sense of community among SROA members.

Each year brings new challenges and responsibilities. With the results of the recent homeowners’ survey the board will have insight as to what is important and enable them to address concerns and capitalize on what is positive. I would like to monitor the effectiveness of the new SHARC admissions program while continually striving for an equitable cost/revenue program. It is also important to keep the lines of communication open to all homeowners through off-site meetings, increased Web presence and continued print publicity. I think a policy change is needed to initiate term limits for all board members.

5. How would you increase the appeal of Sunriver? I believe that we need to better address the long-term plan for digital communications. The next generation of owners and renters will likely find that our infrastructure is lacking for their needs, and we need to find solutions before it becomes a greater issue. I also believe we need to continue to improve relations with the business park and resort ownership to appear more cohesive to the visitor community. But mostly, I would just encourage everyone in Sunriver to go outside and enjoy what makes this such an awesome place to visit and live

The quality of your experiences in Sunriver is everything. To the greatest extent possible every experience should be fun, safe, a good value, and worthy of a “greatly exceeds expectations”evaluation. As Sunriver affirms itself as a place where that is the rule, its desirability will follow. I believe Sunriver should be a place where you can involve yourself in a variety of community activities shared with residents and guests. Sunriver offers a suite of cultural activities as well as outdoor recreational opportunities. There’s something for everybody. This is a never ending challenge to make this part of the experience valuable for all who would partake

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It is important to promote the “Sunriver Style” while respecting our homeowners, visitors and the environment. We need to advertise our community as a place to live full-time, not simply a vacation destination, appeal to all ages and encourage an infrastructure that allows both young and old to prosper as permanent residents. Our appeal will continue to grow by maintaining the beauty of our surroundings and focusing on the amenities that make Sunriver special.

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SROA recreation news: New tennis gates, get fit with swimming, tennis tip

In May, the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) installed a new tennis gate access system for all its community-owned tennis and pickleball courts. Court users will find the entry process much smoother and more efficient than in the past. The new system will also enable SROA to gain a better grasp of tennis and pickleball usage at select outlier tennis courts and clustered complexes such as Tennis Hill and North Courts. Please observe the following procedures in order to enjoy an optimal tennis and pickleball experience: • Please make tennis reservations by calling 541-593-5707 or use our online reservation system through www.sunrivertennis.com>facilities. Court reservations are 90 minutes in length. Play is free for SROA members with current 2014 Recreation ID cards, 2014 SROA guest pass holder and IRAP cardholders. Sunriver Recreation Passes issued to individuals staying with participating property management

companies may redeem one pass to reserve one 90-minute court session. • Please swipe your Recreation ID card or IRAP card at the appropriate tennis gate you reserved. Guests using Sunriver Recreation Passes must redeem their pass for a tennis access card at either Tennis Hill or the North Courts. • Once the gate opens and you and your playing partners have entered the court, the gate should slowly close behind you. • Please do not prop the gate open with a rock on any other object. If a gate is left open, an alarm will sound until the gate is closed. Staff will be notified of any unsecured gates. • If needing to exit the court for a quick break during your reserved time, please take your swipe card with you in order to re-enter. If you have any questions, contact the Sunriver Tennis office at 541-593-5707. Have a great season playing on some of the best-maintained courts in the country.

SHARC offer Masters Swimming, lazy river running By Jennifer Engel, Masters Swimming coach I was recently swimming in the Mediterranean with a friend and she said, “Swimming isn’t just an activity for you, it’s a drug!” It’s true. I love water. My enthusiasm for water sports can’t be hidden. My favorite color is aqua marine. I get jazzed about the idea of open water swims just for the fun of it. During a recent Masters Swim practice I had the privilege of coaching a distance open water swimmer from Hawaii. We focused on using the core and back muscles during the pull of the stroke

rather than relying only on the strength and endurance of the shoulders and arms. We talked about strengthening the kick from the hips as our leg muscles are much stronger than our arms. Breathing to the left and right, pulling in the direction of our feet, rotating from the waist, minimizing drag. She swims because she enjoys it. My goal is to help her gain efficiency and satisfaction as she cruises through the Hawaiian waters. I have seen water enhance the well being of all those who have ventured into it. Along with Masters Swimming, I coach water running.

This cross training workout needs to be discovered by athletes who want to stay active on land for the long haul. As a trainer with AQx Sports, I have developed the first long distance water running event as well as lazy river runs with and against the current. Whether you are an avid runner, have never run, or haven’t run for a while, a river run session will help you reach your goals and it’s fun. This is what I’m hearing from participants: “People don’t know what they’re missing. I’ve had such

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Policies) and Goal 6 (Review of SROA Policies Regarding Access to SROA Amenities). -Approved changes to Section 4.01 of the Sunriver Rules & Regulations adding: Collection and/or transport of firewood from SROA owned properties with a valid SROA permit and load tag constitutes a Class C offense effective Jan. 1, 2015. -Approved the transfer of up to $4,500 from Reserves to the Operating Account for replacement of admin office furniture. -Approved the election of board officers for 2014-2015. President-elect is Pat Hensley,

vice president elect is David Jendro, treasure elect is Mike Gocke, secretary elect is Richard Wharton. They will take office at the annual meeting in August. The meeting adjourned at 10:29 a.m. The next SROA board work session is Friday, July 18, 9 a.m., followed by the regular meeting Saturday, July 19, 9 a.m. in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circle 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www. sunriverowners.org

continued from page 27 ton, Bob Wrightson, Hugh Palcic and Rae Seely. Taskforces and work groups are in place for Goals 4 (Continue Implementation of Infrastructure & Amenities Master Plan), Goal 5 (Review of SROA Financial

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SUNRIVER SCENE • JULY 2014

July @ Events & Programs

SHARC

Events open to the public • For aquatic info visit sunriversharc.com

Turf Tunes

Seven Sundays of free concerts on the amphitheater lawn begin July 6 at 5 p.m. and continue through Aug. 17. Bring blankets or low-profile lawn chairs, picnic baskets and beverages to enjoy an eclectic mix of musical styles and talent. Vendors will have food and beverages available for purchase. No glass containers or pets please. July 6 – Out of the Blue July 13 – Parlour July 20 – Haywire July 27 – The Cheeseburgers August 3 – Broken Down Guitars August 10 – Tony Smiley August 17 – Brick Fields

OSU Science Pub

Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 p.m. at SHARC. A collaboration between OSU-Cascades and OSU’s main campus in Corvallis brings OSU’s leading researchers to Central Oregon. Delve into their fascinating worlds in casual Science Pubs held in Sunriver at the SHARC event center. No scientific background required — just bring your curiosity, sense of humor and appetite for food, drinks and knowledge. Networking begins at 5:30 p.m.; presentations begin at 6:30 p.m. Science Pubs offer a nohost menu and no-host bar by Sunriver Brewhouse. Science

Pubs are free, but their popularity demands reservations no later than 5 p.m. the day prior to each lecture. RSVP at www. osucascades.edu/sciencepubs.

Alzeheimer’s Class

Tuesday, July 22, 1-2:30 p.m. Alzheimer’s disease affects more than an individual’s memory, it also diminishes a person’s ability to communicate and may cause unpredictable or erratic behaviors. This class provides an overview of common changes in behavior and communication as well as strategies for identifying and responding to these challenges. Class is free, registration required. Open to all. To register, call 1-800-272-3900 or email info@alz.org.

AARP Driver Course

Wednesday, July 23, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open to all. Cost: $15 AARP members, $20 nonmembers (pay at door). Must RSVP to reserve a space by calling 541-585-3144. Materials will be provided.

Sport Psychology

Saturday, July 26, 1:30–3 p.m. Do you have the mental edge? Athletes of all ages and levels are welcome to a “mental workshop” led by certified sport psychology consultant Dr. Jessyca Arthur-Cameselle. Athletes of all backgrounds

will learn mental skills that top athletes use to enhance their confidence, focus and performance. Arthur-Cameselle is a psychology professor at Manhattanville College, where she teaches courses in Sport Psychology. She holds two Bachelor of Science degrees, one in psychology and one in kinesiology, and a doctorate in sport psychology counseling. Arthur-Cameselle has counseled athletes from a variety of sports and has published research articles in journals including “The Sport Psychologist” and the “Journal of Applied Sport Psychology.” Arthur-Cameselle played collegiate tennis before competing on the professional circuit, where she garnered world rankings in both singles and doubles. A one-hour lecture will be followed by a half hour of open “Q&A.” The workshop will be held in the SHARC and is open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended to ensure a seat. Price: $40 advance tickets or $45 at the door. Call 541-585-3147 to make a reservation.

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FOR SROA MEMBERS Ambassador Meeting

Thursday, July 18, 4-5 p.m., Hosmer Living Room. Monthly meeting for all SHARC Ambassadors. Meet other volunteers and learn about all the exciting volunteer opportunities at SHARC. There are some wonderful events planned this summer in which volunteers play important roles. Come be a part of it.

Save the date!

Sunriver Homeowners Community Garage Sale Sept. 6, 9 a.m. -1 p.m. This is an opportunity for homeowners to downsize and

recycle household items; and to help support the Newberry Chapter of Habitat for Humanity, who will receive a major portion of the space rental fees ($30 per 9’ X 18’ space.) Homeowners can share a space with a neighbor, or rent more than one space. Sign up now to ensure your space, and enjoy participating in this fun event with your Sunriver neighbors (call SHARC HOID office at 541-585-3147.) When you sign up, ask for the vendor guide, which will give you all the information you’ll need to participate. Clean out those closets!

John Hiatt & the Combo in all of his plays. Twelfth Night and Taj Mahal concert is a comedy that’s not afraid Don’t miss this Central Or- to wear its heart on its sleeve. egon exclusive. Tickets are $35 Doors open at 5 p.m. Perforeach and available at www. mance starts at 7. Purchase bendticket.com, at the HOID tickets at www.shakespearoffice at SHARC 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. bend.com daily or call 541-585-3147. Uncorked, Sunriver Style A two-day wine event feaTwelfth Night Sunday, August 24, 7 p.m. at turing 30 Pacific Northwest SHARC . Lay It Out Events and wineries, chocolates, cheeses, Portland’s Northwest Classical classes, live music and more, Theatre Company are bringing Sept. 12 – 13 at SHARC. Prethe Bard back to Sunriver for a viously known as the Sunriver performance of Shakespeare’s Sunfest Wine Festival, the quintessential comedy: Twelfth Sunriver Owners Association Night. All of the trappings are has enlisted the support of a there: A plucky, young heroine veteran wine festival coordinadisguised as a boy, mistaken tor to stage a rejuvenated and identities, happy marriages, dynamic event. Details forthand perhaps the bawdiest joke coming in the August Scene.

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Q: How does moving SROA’s fence closer to Spring River Road near Harper Bridge reduce the Association’s liability exposure? A: As you may or may not have noticed in the past, the existing fence in this area had degraded to the point of posing as a standalone liability and was in need of replacement. Beyond the unsafe nature of downed rails, leaning fence sections and exposed rusty nails, the overall aesthetic appearance of this old fence was a poor example of SROA maintaining its association assets. The rebuilding of this fence along with the addition of proper signage identifying the area as association owned property came to us as a recommendation from our insurance company.

Hugh Palcic Owners are welcome to submit questions to be answered in this column. Email to brookes@srowners.org by the 12th of the month.

Our insurer evaluated SROA’s exposure to risk in this area and provided the suggested safeguards currently being installed at the site. In planning the rebuild of the fence, it was discovered that the old fence was not placed to the property line. Rather, it was positioned further back onto SROA property. In essence, the old fence left approximately six to eight feet of SROA common

property on the outside of the fence line. And while this does not sound like a major concern, in the world of risk exposure it does hold some significance. For instance, the old fence line accommodated – or better yet – invited vehicular parking and pedestrian traffic on SROA property, thus magnifying the heightened potential for accidents and personal injury. By rebuilding the new fence to properly align with the property boundary, we further reduce our exposure to risk. As our insurer pointedly noted, “…the practice of allowing trespassers to access the river via SROA property increases the liability for SROA and necessary steps should be implemented to minimize any potential liabilities.”

Notice of Election, Ballot Measure & Annual Meeting of the Sunriver Owners Association Membership An election of the membership of the Sunriver Owners Association will be conducted by mail to elect three (3) members to the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors and to decide one (1) ballot measure which reads as follows:

Pursuant to Section 7.08.C of the Sunriver Consolidated Plan, I authorize the Sunriver Owners Association to use its Reserve Account in funding a not to exceed amount of $370,000 for the construction of river access improvements & related facilities as described in the Voters Information Pamphlet on SROA-owned common area located east of the Sunriver Resort Marina complex and HOLA restaurant. No special assessments from owners shall be required to fund said improvements. Closing date for the election is August 9, 2014 at noon. Results will be posted at SROA admin, on the SROA website and announced at the annual meeting on August 16, 1pm at SHARC. Kathie Thatcher Jayne Meister Election Committee, Co-Chair Election Committee, Co-Chair

Q: What, in your opinion, are the key points from the preliminary results of the latest survey of owners? A: First off, I wish to thank the Public Affairs Committee for managing the very important task of conducting this year’s owner survey. A great deal of credit is owed to committee chair Jane Boubel, for her efforts in a very smooth production. Of equal importance and recognition, I must salute you, our members, for such an enthusiastic response. We had a remarkable response rate of 62 percent this year. Thank you to all of you that participated. This strong response rate lends much credence to the results, thereby greatly helping our association in planning for the future. Additionally, more respondents answered the survey electronically than in 2010, so technology continues to push forward within our membership ranks. At a quick glance of some of the items, it was apparent that the boat launch initiative to be voted on ranked as the highest priority item for owners. Also of note was the percent of respondents that said they used SHARC sometimes (50 percent) and those saying that they used it a lot (44 percent) for a combined total of 94 percent using this amenity. And while

those statistics are impressive for sure, the pale in comparison to the fact that 7 out of 10 respondents proclaimed Sunriver to be a better place to live than five years ago; and almost 8 out 10 called it a better place to vacation for the same timeframe. Simply amazing. I eagerly await a final report. But for the moment, I am very impressed with the information that has been presented. My staff, along with the board, very much look forward to using the results of this exercise to improve what we do as well as to better plan in meeting the needs of our membership. Q: With the permanent boat launch ballot measure being voted on this month, what are your hopes and predictions? A: My hopes are quite simple – to witness our members exercising one of their essential association rights through participation in the annual election. We have had significant measures decided in the recent past and for each one of those elections, the membership turned out to vote in large numbers. I expect this year to be a continuance of this positive and involved Sunriver voting trend. With six candidates runTurn to Ask GM, page 31

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SUNRIVER SCENE • JULY 2014

Bend man injured in crash A 34-year-old Bend man was critically injured June 15 when his SUV, towing a drift boat, left Benham Falls Road and rolled at least three times, Deschutes County sheriff ’s deputies said. Deputies and Sunriver Fire Department medics were dispatched around 5:45 p.m. to the reported crash of a white 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser on Benham Falls Road near Forest Service Road 9703 north of Sunriver, said Lt. Bryan Husband. John Baumann, the driver, who was wearing his seat belt, was flown by AirLink helicopter to St. Charles in Bendin critical condition. No other vehicles were involved.

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ning for three open board seats coupled with a ballot measure on whether or not to proceed with developing an association owned boat launch at the marina/lagoon area, there are plenty of reasons for owners to let their voices be heard. As general manager, all I can do is urge each member to par-

Baumann had been towing a fiberglass drift boat, heading east toward Highway 97, when he drifted onto the road’s shoulder, and over-corrected, causing the Toyota to flip at least three times. The boat and trailer unhitched during the crash and had significant damage. The Land Cruiser also was totaled. Baumann was traveling with his two Australian shepherd mix dogs, Zoe and Bandit. Zoe was found at the scene and taken to the Animal Emergency Center in Bend, while Bandit could not be found. Bandit is an Aussie/healer mix and did not have his collar or tags on. Reprinted with permission of ktvz.com ticipate in shaping the future of the community through their fundamental right of voting. As has been the mantra of the board for many years: “It’s your community, it’s your decision.” As for any prognostication as to what the outcome may be… the end result of this election will reflect the wishes of those who vote. I’ll leave the predictions to the talking heads on TV.

Tennis tip: Avoiding the dreaded tennis elbow By Jake Davis, Sunriver Tennis Director Tennis elbow is one of the most painful and common tennis injuries. There are three main factors to consider for tennis elbow prevention: flexibility, warming up before play and proper technique. In general, being flexible will help to prevent most injuries in any sport. As muscles get tighter, they are more likely to pull or tear as well as cause

inflammation in the tendons. Specifically for tennis elbow, it is important to spend a few minutes after tennis stretching the arms and shoulders. Warming up is another key since it gradually increases blood flow to the muscles and

Swimming

after the workout than I did before... You’ll just have to try it and see for yourself. It’s time to jump in • Masters Swimming practice: North Pool, Monday and Wednesday, 10:10 a.m. •Lazy River Run: SHARC, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. Cost: $5 for SROA members with 2014 ID; $7 general public. Available through Sept. 1.

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bad back issues and nothing has helped me as much as water running. After work I hit the pool and I’m ready for another day of work.” “I’ve lost inches. “ “This is the only place I don’t feel pain, I never want to get out.” (A woman suffering from MS). Whether I go for a swim or water run I always feel better

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increases your body temperature. A good tennis warm up is to play 5 minutes of “mini- tennis” (both players hit groundstrokes from the service line trying to keep the ball inside the service boxes) before playing the full court. Proper technique is the hardest of all three factors. Anyone who has taken a tennis lesson has probably hear the phrase “hit the ball out in front of you.” We say that because not only does this create more power and control on your swing, it is also easier on your body (specifically your arm). Another way to take stress off your arm is to create more racket head speed before contact. This is done by never letting your racket stop in the backswing; ensuring there is no wasted energy in your stroke. Implementing these practices into your game will not only make you a better tennis player but it can help you avoid tennis elbow in the future.

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New pickleball complex draws happy throngs By Anita Lohman June 3 was the official beginning of the Sunriver Pickleball Club’s season, though warm spring weather and an early completion of the courts by SROA’s Public Works Department saw many club members get a jump on the season with several weeks of play in May. The Sunriver Pickleball Club has grown to 92 members. Twenty-six of them filled all six courts on the first official play day. The consensus of those who have played on the new courts is that they are of excellent quality and add considerably to enjoyment of the game. The additional courts are nicely accommodating the predicted growth of this enjoyable and aerobic sport. The majority of pickleball club members are homeowners in Sunriver, with the rest coming from the greater Sunriver/

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La Pine area. Vacationers join the fun throughout the summer, and are always happy to find that pickleball is available here in Sunriver. The club’s play days are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Players of all abilities are welcome to come and observe, enter into a game, or take a lesson from club members. One court is generally devoted to adult beginner play from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On certain Saturdays, the club provides formal free group lessons from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for a maximum of eight people by signing up at SHARC. Formal lessons are available July 5 and 19, Aug. 2 and 16, and Sept. 13. Individuals who are new to the game of pickleball and always wanted a chance to try it are encouraged to sign up for the Saturday group lessons. Those with some experience can drop by on a Tuesday or Thursday when the club is playing. There will always be a member or two available for some coaching on the beginners’ court, followed by actual game play with the other club members. The club’s mission is to provide a network of pickleball players in Sunriver who play

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regularly as a way to increase skill and enjoy each other’s company in a recreational setting. The club’s other mission is to spread the love of the game by welcoming others of all levels and to offer instruction to promote growth of the sport. Anyone who is interested in discovering how much fun pickleball can be, and what good exercise it is, is welcome to come out to the courts. Information: Anita or John Lohman at 541-593-2171.

Fort Rock Park is home to six dedicated pickleball courts.

Protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays By StatePoint Media Ultraviolet (UV) rays are a danger to skin and eyes yearround, playing a contributing factor to skin damage, skin cancer and eye disorders like cataracts. With people spending more time outdoors in the summer months, it’s a great time to protect your family. “The more time you spend outdoors without protecting your eyes, the greater your risk for ocular damage,” says Dr. James Winnick, an optometrist with VSP Vision Care, the largest not-for-profit vision benefits company in the United States. Rather than avoid the problem entirely by seeking refuge inside, take steps to mitigate your risk in the sun. Consider risk factors While all people need to protect their eyes from UV radiation, some populations are more sensitive than others to the sun. For example, children don’t yet have the natural protection in their eyes that adults have, so they get most of

their exposure before they are 18. Additionally, people living with diabetes have increased light sensitivity. No matter who you are, protecting your eyes outdoors is crucial, say experts. “One of the most convenient ways to ensure you’re constantly protecting your eyes from UV rays and excess light is to opt for photochromic lenses, which are lenses that darken automatically to changing sunlight conditions when outdoors,” says Winnick. “These lenses can be especially useful for kids and adults who have trouble remembering to switch from their regular glasses to sunglasses throughout the day.” Photochromic lenses are a great way to ensure everyone in the family is getting automatic and constant protection from UV radiation -- whether it’s playing in the backyard or walking from the car into the office. And an added benefit is that your eyes will be much more comfortable in all light conditions, helping reduce eye strain and squinting.

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Furnished 3 bd/2.5 ba in 2,212 sqft updated & well maintained home with a spacious master suite on the main level. Generous living area, kitchen is light and bright with updated appliances and granite counters. The great room has a cozy gas fireplace with surround rock wall, Relax in the sauna. Large deck overlooks treed common area. Second deck adjacent to main living area has views of Mt. Bachelor & Broken Top. Ideal for family retreat or vacation home.

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Book clubs to read classic summer adventures Summer afternoons on the deck with a good book are to be treasured. This July our book clubs will be reading some very enjoyable literature. We are so proud of our book clubs! These people are such good company and dive in so willingly to all kinds of books! I appreciate their generosity of spirit, enthusiasm and their joy in reading. Book clubs are a great way to connect with other passionate readers; I do

not think you will find a nicer group of people. Book clubs meet on Monday at 6:30. July 14 the Fiction-Classics Book Club discusses “The Count of Monte Cristo” by Alexandre Dumas. A swashbuckling tale of daring, betrayal, injustice and redemption, it will keep you up reading! Edmond Dantes’ dreams are coming true, he has attained the position of Captain and is about to marry the woman he

Author Katie Dyer-Seely in Sunriver Summer is full of fun activities. Start an evening out by listening to an author speak about their work and sharing the time with others in the community. Saturday July 19 at 5 p.m. Katie Dyer-Seeley will give a presentation on “Scene of the Climb,” a mystery set in Oregon that uses its northwestern location beautifully. Meg’s father was an award-winning journalist for Oregon’s prime paper. Following in his footsteps seemed natural; she achieved a degree in journalism from the University of Oregon and assumed she would be working for her father’s paper. Assuming does not always work out well; newspapers are under siege and writing jobs hard to come by. No sooner did Meg graduate than the paper fired 40 reporters. Camped out on the couch of her best friend’s loft in Portland’s Pearl district, Meg’s job search was going nowhere until a chance meeting with the editor of an extreme sports magazine, who just happened to be looking for a new reporter. Meg has the credentials and the talent to write, but she is a greenhorn in the outdoors, mild hiking about the extent of her athletic prowess. With all the brashness of youth, she decides to fake it using her friend’s adventures on her resume to get her foot in the door. After all, what could go wrong? Her first assignment takes her hiking at Angel’s Rest in the Columbia River Gorge with a group of ultra athletes competing in Race The States, a contest that could net the winner a million bucks. Meg is woefully unprepared and afraid of heights, but when a body plunges over a cliff, her investigative instincts kick into high gear. There are many useful outdoor tips at the end of the book. Author events are free and we will have refreshments and drawings for prizes. Call 541-593-2525, email sunriverbooks@ sunriverbooks.com or stop by to sign up to attend.

loves. Then everything changes. Falsely accused of being a Bonapartist, he is condemned to life in prison. Learning of a treasure on the Isle of Monte Cristo, he vows to escape. Both the world and Dantes have changed much during his years in prison. The writing is brilliant, the characters vivid and the story zestfully full of intrigue and action. July 21 the Non-Fiction Book Club discusses “The Black Count” by Tom Reiss, winner of the Pulitzer Prize. Truth can be stranger than fiction. Much of “The Count of Monte Cristo” and “The Three Musketeers” were inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ father, General Alex Dumas. Born on the isle of Haiti to a black slave and an amoral French aristocrat father, Alex’s rise was most unexpected. He rose to be a general in the French Army, a brilliant tactician and a man well respected by his troops.

Swaggering, handsome, fearless and principled, he was a thorn in Napoleon’s side. Napoleon did not like rivals. July 28 the Mystery Book Club discusses “The Case of The Missing Servant: From the Files of Vish Puri, Most Private Investigator” by Tarquin Hall. Set in hot, chaotic Delhi, this is the first of a delightful series. Puri is a likeable detective, a bit on the chubby side. His wife and doctor insist on a strict diet he takes great pleasure in surreptitiously avoiding. His mother takes an active interest in his cases, an interest her son would appreciate curbed. Much of the work of Puri’s

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Sunriver Service District Managing Board June meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District held its regular meeting June 19. Board members present: Mark Murray, Debra Baker, Mike Gocke, Greg Keller, Ron Angell. Staff present: Art Hatch, Marc Mills. Public input -None. Financial eport Resources………...6,081,195 Requirements….....3,436,185 Police wages & benefits….......1,161,586 Police materials & Services……......157,714 Fire wages & benefits….......1,640,420 Fire materials & Services………….....247,043 Bike Patrol………......42,009 Nondepartmental......187,410 Board actions -Publicly thanked Bob Nelson for his years of service to

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House Checks: 46 Traffic Control: 1 Hazards Identified: 0 Special Projects: 1 Public Assistance: 129 Special Project Hours: 273.5 Bike Patrol Hours: 19.5

the Sunriver Service District Managing Board. Chair Baker acknowledged Nelson for helping develop a strategic plan for the district, supporting development of the fire department’s Standards of Cover study and helping both departments operate more professionally and transparently. -Approved the minutes of the May 15, 2014 regular meeting. -Approved payment of $16,018 to SROA for administrative and vehicle maintenance services rendered in May and rent of space for police and fire. -Approved payment of $64,584 to SAIF Corporation for renewal of worker’s compensation in 2014-2015. -Approved payment of $6,921 to Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt for legal fees associated with rezoning the parcel on which the proposed fire training facility could be constructed. Chief Hatch announced that the Deschutes County hearings officer had approved the rezoning request and recommended it to the Deschutes County Commissioners for final approval. -Approved establishing signature authority for new board member Mark Murray. -Approved disposing of surplus equipment. Ten pairs of suspenders, seven pairs of turnouts and two structural helmets will be donated to Bend Fire

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& Rescue which will, in turn, donate them to their adopted fire department in Nicaragua. -Discussed the process for the annual review of the police and fire chiefs. Director Baker will review the chief Mills’ performance. Director Keller will prepare the appraisal of chief Hatch. -Director Angell announced the dismissal of former police chief Mike Kennedy’s wrongful termination suit. (See story page 7). Kennedy has submitted a written commitment that he will not appeal the ruling. Angell thanked the liability experts with the Special Districts Association of Oregon for decisions early in the process, and legal counselor Peter Mercero

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Q: Now that Deschutes County has approved the proposed text amendment and zoning change request for the land on which a fire training facility is proposed, summarize how that application, hearing and decision making process worked out. A: The process began in January with the filing of the application for a Plan Amendment with a Goal Exception and a Zone Change. Then a document called a Burden of Proof Statement had to be submitted. This is a lengthy document that provides the background facts, findings and justification to support approval for those changes and to allow for the training facility on the desired parcel of land which was zoned forest. This

who “did an excellent job.” “It was a tough process and I think it impacted the community, and I’m very thankful that we can move forward,” said chair Baker. - Reviewed a study of the capital reserve. The budget committee plans to increase contributions to the capital reserves eight percent in the 2014-2015 fiscal years, and an additional eight percent in the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Budget committee member Bob Wrightson said the buildup is needed for scheduled replacement of large capital items and to accommodate new activity associated with the training facility and expansion of the

fire station. -Chair Baker summarized the quarterly meeting of the district chair and SROA president. They discussed the future of the combined police and fire safety facility, development of a training center, firewood permits, and electric assist bicycles. -Chair Baker acknowledged that she had been contacted by the SROA Nominating Committee and discussed the possibility of accepting another term as chair of the district board.

included exhibits and other supporting documents such as a traffic impact analysis. It took several months for the application to grind through the process and, in April, a public hearing was held. At the hearing, the hearings officer asked for more documents, studies, maps and photographs to further support our request. Those were submitted and we waited for a decision that came in June with a recommendation for approval. It now goes to the Deschutes County Commissioners for final approval. The next step is to find the money to fund the project. We will be very aggressively pursuing grants for this project and the timeline will depend largely on obtaining those grant monies. I would certainly like to see

the project completed within the next two years.

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Building a family disaster preparedness kit By Matt Catanzaro How is your disaster kit coming? I really hope you have been able to gather all the items and maybe even thought about other items you might want in your own kit. Recapping what was recommended last month: A first aid kit for you and your family as well as one for your pets. You can build your own kits or purchase such kits from American Red Cross. This month, two items that will be very important and invaluable in a disaster prepared-

ness kit: 1) sanitary supplies and 2) flashlights, radio and batteries. You really need to think about sanitary supplies. You do not want to fill your entire disaster kit with them, but you want to have a reasonable supply of these everyday comforts. Also be aware that after a disaster there may not be a great deal of water available, so try to select sanitary supplies that don’t require much water to utilize. The first sanitary supply you should have is toothbrushes for

everyone in the house. There is a new tooth brushing apparatus on the market called “Whisps” from Colgate that need no water to use. Other sanitary items that need to be in your disaster kit are soap, antibacterial hand sanitizer, washcloth, sanitary napkins and/or tampons, medicines for each member of the family (as mentioned in a previous article), and any other item that is a personal touch for you and your family. Little “creature comforts”

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nament to benefit the owners of homes that were damaged in the February floods. -An academy for recruits is under way with five reservists enrolled. Police: -In May, the Sunriver police department conducted 63 investigations, made 14 arrests, provided 350 assists, issued 174 traffic warnings and 18 traffic violations; issued 56 violations of Sunriver Rules & Regulations and 110 warnings of pathway violations. -Chief Mills introduced officer Steve Sosa who was hired in April. Officers Aaron Gulbransen and Keely Cashman were sworn in May 21. All three are in various stages of field training. A fourth new officer, Mike Womer, who came to Sunriver with 15 years experience from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, has been on patrol since January. –The Sunriver Bike Patrol began working over Memorial Day weekend. The patrol will be up to seven officers by the end of June.

-More than 3,000 pounds of paper were disposed of at the department’s annual shred event on May 17, as well as a significant amount of prescription drugs which were disposed at a DEQ-certified incineration facility. -Chief Mills described the situation at Harper Bridge, where SROA is moving its fence closer to the road, as a dilemma that he believes will result in vandalism to the fence and continued trespassing as people seek access to the Deschutes River. Mills said it was a matter of time before someone hurts themself jumping off the bridge or a motor vehicle accident related to congestion on the bridge occurs. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. The next meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is set for 3 p.m., Thursday, July 17 at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, at www. sunriversd.org

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in May including 29 emergency medical service calls, three motor vehicle accidents with injuries, six medical assists, one rescue and one emergency medical service. -Chief Hatch distributed a year-by-year comparison of calls for service. He noted a drop of 37 calls and attributed it to an exceptionally busy April 2013 that was not repeated this year. -Chief Hatch distributed the latest estimate to remodel and expand the fire station into a combined fire and police public safety building. The latest figure is $3.1 million. He discussed the concept with the SROA general manager who invited him to present at the SROA annual meeting in August. Hatch requested permission to form a task force and hold meetings to advance the concept. -Chief Hatch said he had almost completed training of Sunriver Resort managers in operations during community emergencies. A tabletop emergency operations drill will be held this summer or fall at which the resort will be lead agency and charged with coordinating emergency response. Hatch said resort management suggested holding a golf tour-

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SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center R&Rs = Rules & Regulations RP = Reporting Person GOA = Gone On Arrival UTL = Unable To Locate DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants SBC = Settled By Contact DOA = Dead On Arrival BAC = Blood Alcohol Content

DCJ = Deschutes County Jail SFST = Standardized Field Sobriety Test DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office SFD = Sunriver Fire Department OSP = Oregon State Police MVA = Motor Vehicle Accident DWS = Driving While Suspended BOLO = Be On the Look Out

5/2 Possible cougar spotted near Approach Lane. Walk through of the area. UTL 5/3 RP called while on vacation, from out of state, to report that a neighbor had noticed her garage door had been open for several days. The neighbor had shut the door, but the RP requested a check of the residence. All was found to be secure. She requested a periodic check of the home in case the garage door opener is malfunctioning. She was advised of the Citizen Patrol Vacation Watch program. 5/5 Conducted a traffic stop for multiple violations. Female driver was arrested on a parole violation warrant as well as unlawful possession of heroin. 5/5 Female was riding her bike on pathway while talking on her phone. She lost control of her bike, went off the path and fell to the pavement. Medics responded and transported her and her husband to their rental. 5/5 Report of an attempt to kick in the front door of the old South Pool building. The deadbolt held, but the frame was busted. A smeared shoe print was found on the door. 5/5 RP reported seeing a large cougar while she was walking her dog on the forest service road near Oregon Loop. It was headed in a northeast direction. Upon spotting it, she immediately departed in a southwest direction. 5/7 Contacted by Santa Rosa Police Department in California after a routine traffic stop resulted in a handgun being recovered that was confirmed to be a stolen gun entry from our department. Handgun was stolen from a vehicle in 2009, in Sunriver. The victim was contacted and informed that once the Santa Rosa District Attorneys Office allows release, the gun will be returned to him. Two arrests with multiple charges resulted from their traffic stop. 5/9 Cord of firewood reported stolen from a home on Mt. Adams Lane. 5/11 Responded to several calls of an intoxicated female who was trying to gain entry to a Sunriver Resort condo. She broke the rear window of the condo. She was cited for disorderly conduct and released. 5/13 Contacted a vehicle pulling into the Sunriver Fire Department and found the passenger was having chest pains. EMTs responded. 5/15 RP reported a male subject walked into his yard on Hickory Lane and started shooting a paintball gun at geese near the golf course. Checked the area and was UTL. The Sunriver Resort stated they didn’t have anyone on “goose patrol,” as they frequently do during the spring and summer months. 5/16 We were contacted by a Woodlands Golf Course employee who told us he has been shooting a paintball gun around the geese for the past four years in order to get them off the course. We requested that he call non-emergency dispatch when he begins, so that dispatchers and officers can field phone calls.

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are a large part of first aid. If you have ever been without a toothbrush or soap for a while, you always feel so much better after finally brushing your teeth and using soap to clean up. Being able to feel “normal” can receive news updates is in a disaster is a huge morale good. There is a newer type of disaster radio out there that booster. The next necessary items I recommend manufactured include flashlights, radios, and by Eton. It combines a radio �� and flashlight and has several batteries. You�� should have one �� flashlight for�� each member of �� the family, as�� well as a battery��Log �� operated lantern. I recommend �� page 35 �� headlamps �� for each person. continued from �� These are not expensive and 5/17 Report of an incoherent, �� unresponsive male in�� Sunriver �� they will be�� very useful for Resort area. Upon arrival, of�� searching through debris as �� ficer was able to wake him �� up. �� well as lighting the way in the Medics attempted treatment �� but he refused. He was highly dark. �� intoxicated and a friend took The next piece of equipment �� responsibility for him. �� is a radio. There are many dif�� 5/17 Report of an overturned boat ferent kinds �� of radios that you �� on the river near Warbler �� can purchase. Any battery�� Lane. Passenger on the boat �� operated radio on which you was injured. Medics were

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inside the hot tub area after hours. One of them was on post prison supervision and was in violation of his parole. He was taken into custody. Traffic stop resulted in helping two motorists locate and access their vacation rental. Assisted OSP and DCSO with a traffic complaint on Hwy 97 for a possible DUII. Sunriver Police located and stopped the vehicle and turned the investigation over to OSP. Report of a suspected DUII near the bank. Suspect vehicle located on Abbot Drive operating at 10 MPH. Driver was found to have a medical issue and was transported to SCMC by SRFD. The driver’s vehicle and contents were taken to owner’s address. The significant other was contacted. Follow up found the driver to be in stable condition. Report of “out of control” party and multiple parking violations at a location on Mt.

batteries in your devices. This will cause the batteries to corrode and destroy your devices. We are getting a lot closer to finishing our disaster preparedness kits! Join me again next month for your next step. Matt Catanzaro worked nearly 20 years with the American Red Cross, responded to numerous disasters and instructed emergency preparedness classes. He is the assistant aquatics manager at SHARC. Rainier. Renter was contacted and agreed to move all the vehicles to Fort Rock Park and bring the party inside. 5/25 Report of a loud intoxicated individual at residence on Tokatee Lane. Located a group of noisy people in an open garage. Contact was made and they were informed of the R&Rs. No further complaints. 5/25 Report of juveniles playing roller hockey on the tennis courts near Winners Circle. Officer found approximately ten juveniles and six adults playing hockey with sticks and a ball, but no roller blades. At the request of SROA, they were asked to stop. The contacted male became upset and argued there was no rule stating they couldn’t play hockey on the tennis courts. Officer suggested several alternative spots. SBC 5/31 Two golf carts reported stolen from Sunriver Resort. Carts recovered. No suspects.

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Cruise News: Connecting with the people, culture of Cuba By Betsy Scherr Tour of Cuba. Day 3 – HistoriThis month I want to dis- cal Preservation in Havana and cuss Tauck Tours’ trip to Cuba Hemingway’s Cuba: that is now available to United A guided walk through pedesStates citizens. For trian-only Habana many decades, few Vieja (Old Havana) U.S. citizens were and a discussion with able to experience local experts on this Cuba travel. Since UNESCO World 2012, under a liHeritage Site’s hiscense granted by the torical architecture, U.S. Treasury Deits restoration and Betsy Scherr partment’s Office preservation. The of Foreign Assets walk ends at the HoControl, Tauck’s 8-day educa- tel Ambos Mundos, where travtional exchange trips to Cuba elers explore American novelist have brought travelers face Ernest Hemingway’s strong to face with Cubans from all connections to Cuba and its walks of life to share thoughts people (who simply called him and insights, learn about their “Ernesto”), and his life and country and their lives, and work here. Visit Room #511 connect with Cuba’s rich cul- – Hemingway’s “first home” in tural heritage. Cuba, which he rented from In 2015, Tauck is offering 1932 through 1939; this is expanded 13-day trips across where he began writing “For the length of Cuba for in-depth Whom The Bell Tolls.” The people-to-people exchanges Hemingway memorabilia on in Havana, San Francisco de display in this room –now a Paula, Santa Clara, Camaguey, small museum –launches a Holguin, Santiago de Cuba and cultural exchange about the more. Travelers will visit with writer’s time in Havana. students, teachers, artists, farmAfter a walk along Calle ers, fishermen, preservationists, Obispo, head out of the city for musicians, community leaders lunch at an organic farm and a and delve deeply into Cuban discussion with its owners on education, history, music, ar- running a private restaurant in chitecture, art, farming, and Cuba. Continue on to Finca dine at privately run paladares, Vigia (Lookout Farm) in San meet Cuban families, and in- Francisco de Paula, Hemingteract with Cubans and their way’s winter home from 1939 culture. to 1960, shared with third Here is an example of a Tauck wife Martha Gellhorn. See

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Piano concert to benefit fund Seth Schultheis, a 14-yearold, award-winning pianist presents a benefit concert Tuesday, July 8, 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 18143 Cottonwood Road. Free will proceeds will go to the Sunriver Christian Fellowship Scholarship Fund. Schultheis, grandson of Al and Joyce Hornish, will perform works by Brahms, Bach, Rachmaninoff, Liszt, and more. Schultheis recently graduated 8th grade from Emmanuel Lutheran School in Baltimore, Md. He has been playing the piano since he was 5 years old, and is now a student of Phillip Kawin from the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. Schultheis will attend the Baltimore School for the

Arts (high school) in the fall and study in New York every Saturday. He enjoyed accompanying Emanuel’s junior choir and being the accompanist for the school’s musical the past two years. Schultheis has won or placed in several solo, ensemble, and concerto competitions in Maryland, in addition to receiving second place and best-required Chinese piece for the International Young Artist Piano Competition in 2012. His performance of this Chinese piece was broadcast on New York’s WQXR 105.9 FM. Last summer, Schultheis participated in the International Academy of Music in Tuscany, Italy, where he took piano lessons and performed

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SRMF awards scholarships to young musicians The Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship (YAS) program awarded $29,900 to 19 classical music students between the ages of 11 to 21 over the weekend of May 30-June 1. The individual scholarships ranged from $300 - $5,000. Over the 18-year history, the YAS program has awarded $372,100 to 123 Central Oregon music students in middle school, high school and college. To qualify for scholarships, students must reside in Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook and Harney counties and they must aspire to be professional classical musicians. “This year, out of the 19 scholarships, eight of the students were new applicants to the program,” said Jodie Bischof, the YAS program chairman. “We are very excited to see a growing number of Central Oregon music students studying classical music and applying for these scholarships.” In early June at Holy Trinity Church in Sunriver, 10 of the 2014 scholarship winners performed to a packed house at the annual Young Artists Scholarship Concert. The program began in 1996 with a handful of talented

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Ruggles, flute, and Miya Saito Beckman, violin, have received scholarships for the past seven years. Ruggles graduated from New England Conservatory in May and will continue his graduate studies in Germany. Beckman completed her freshman year at Belmont University in Tennessee and plans to complete her degree in music. Alexandra Churm, vocalist, is a five time scholarship winner. She graduated from Central Washington University this May and plans to continue her studies in a graduate program in music this fall. Taylor Gonzales, piano, is a five-time scholarship winner and recently completed his freshman year at University of Puget Sound majoring in piano performance. “Over the years, we’ve watched these talented young musicians grow in confidence and skill and a number of these students have been accepted into prestigious college music programs. The cost of college education continues to escalate and our goal is to provide adequate financial support to help these students continue Turn to awards, page 39

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There may soon be less knapweed in Sunriver thanks to organized efforts by a group of volunteer weed pullers.

Build a legacy: Buy a Brick continues Remember those of importance by buying and placing an engraved brick in their honor in the pathway around the SHARC amphitheater. Sunriver Women’s Club continues to make available the Build a Legacy: Buy a Brick project. The cost of a brick is $50 for a 4-inch by 8-inch brick. Order forms are available online at www.sunriverowners.org. Just follow the link under SHARC. Buy a Brick. Orders placed this year will be installed in the pathway in spring of 2015. Orders will be taken through December 31, for next year’s placement. For more information, contact email srwc.bricks@yahoo.com. In April of this year Sunriver Women’s Club donated $35,000 in grant money to non-profit organizations mainly in south Deschutes County. Recipients include Care and Share, Grandma’s House, Habitat for Humanity, Healthy Beginnings, La Pine Kitchen, La Pine Parks and Recreation, New Generations, Sunriver Christian Fellowship Scholarship Fund, Sunriver Music Festival, Sunriver Nature Center, TAPS, Three Rivers School Music/ Art Programs, Volunteers in Medicine, Family Access Network, Interfaith Caregivers, Rising Star Preschool, and Healing Reins.

Everybody’s against weeds but to eradicate them requires an organized effort, and that’s where WAC comes in. More than 30 Sunriver area residents have formed a team of Weed Abatement Corps (WAC) volunteers who will pull and dig noxious weeds throughout Sunriver and surrounding areas through the weed growing season — July through September. A protracted noxious weed abatement effort is the goal of this loosely knit group of Sunriver area residents. The WAC effort is primarily an individual or small team enterprise – members pulling on their own time and armed with gloves, digging tools, plastic bags and information as to where to go and what to look for from the WAC “hot spot” information center. WAC teams will be out and about digging and pulling knapweed, thistles or other identified noxious weeds growing on SROA commons in a season-long project to reduce weed concentrations to the maximum extent possible. Information passed to WAC from the SROA Environmental Department will be provided to WAC team members weekly through an internet communications network. Weekly

updates giving the location and types of weeds to be found will be transmitted to all WAC team members to maximize efficiency by directing weed pullers to areas needing weed abatement attention. In situations where large areas of weed concentrations exist and which will require a bigger effort, special weed pulling events may be planned. The dates, times and locations will be advertised in emails to members. All volunteers are welcomed to join in these events. One major summer funfilled event you can put on your calendars now is the SROA annual War on Weeds (WOW) day on Aug. 1. WAC team members will join other community pullers for a morning pull followed by a complimentary lunch at Mary McCallum Park. An kick-off gathering of WAC team members and prospective members is scheduled for July 15, 3:30 p.m. in the SROA Board Room in the SROA administration building. To join the WAC group and receive ongoing weed updates, contact Dave Hennessy at 541593-3147 or hennessy130@ gmail.com

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their music studies and become professional musicians,” Bischof said. For more information about the Young Artists Scholarship program or the summer festival call 541-593-9310, email at tickets@sunrivermusic.org or visit www.sunrivermusic.org. The Sunriver Music Festival’s two-week summer festival runs Aug. 8-20. Concerts will be at the historic Sunriver Resort Great Hall, Summit High School and the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. Festival Faire Dinner and Auction will be held on Monday, Aug. 4 at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Tickets are currently on sale for the summer concerts and Festival Faire.

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Sunriver Golf: Competition heats up; club members play in Scotland

By Paul Grieco 10 to 6 to capture their third There is much to report with cup in seven tries. the local golf season only one Exceptional play was exhibthird complete. Still remain- ited by individuals on both ing important events include teams who didn’t lose a point the completion of Match Play, either day (winning or tying in three more Resort both matches). WinCup events, the ning in both team Club Championand singles matches ship, the Memberfor Crosswater were: Guest tournament, Jerry Waissman, and the inaugural George Blankenship, Memorial TournaJim Clarke, and Lyle ment to honor those Yeck; winning one members who have Paul J. Grieco point and tying one passed away. match were Roger Ruth, Ken Cleveland, Tucker The Sunriver Cup Campbell and Keith Linville. After the first day event at On the Resort side winners of Crosswater pitting eight 2-man two points were: Scott Brown, teams from each club playing Aaron Baker and Dan Frantz, better ball, match play resulted while Charlie Wellnitz won one in a 4-4 tie. The SRMGC point and halved one match. needed only 8 points (one Camaraderie abounded in a point for each win, one-half follow-up awards dinner at the point for each tie) to secure the Crosswater Grill attended by Cup for another year, but the members of both teams after Crosswater team played very the singles matches. well to win the cup back after Sunriver held it for the previ- Resort Cup matches ous year. The Crosswater team The Resort Cup is a fourhandily defeated the Sunriver team match annually contested Resort team in singles play on with one match on each team’s the SRMGC Meadows course home course a month apart

Left to right at St. Andrews’ Old Course: Scott Brown, Gabriel Olmsted (Brown’s brother-in-law), Frank Schultz, Paul Grieco, Hannes Spintzik, Jim Zant, Don Olson and Crosswater’s Jim Ferguson.

during the golf season, with the Cup and local bragging rights going to the team which accumulates the most points over the four-match season. In May, the season’s first match was held at Eagle Crest Resort, with the proverbial home course advantage finding Eagle Crest in first place with 344 points, Widgi Creek in second with 339 points, followed by Sunriver Resort at 331 points and Black Butte at 315 points. The point system is “Stableford” scoring awarding two points for a par (all scores are “net”, including handicap strokes), one for bogey, zero for anything over bogey, three for birdie and four for an eagle. A “good” score is 36 points (net par for 18 holes). Each team is comprised of five “A” team players (handicaps under 14.0) and five “B” team players, plus one pro from each course. The lowest A and B scores are

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of various skill levels competing for a variety of prizes. The brainchild of Sunriver’s own Greg and Nancy Cotton, the first event was hailed a winner by all involved, considering the enormous amount of hard work put in by the Cottons in organizing, orchestrating, scheduling and coordinating such a large undertaking. The Cottons greeted all the couples with a nifty “swag bag” before play, containing a laminated-wood pad or scorecard holder made by Greg, and a lovely kit bag with a golf design created by Nancy; also included among the swag were two sleeves of golf balls. The format was a Chapman necessitating each pair of players to hit a drive, the partner then hitting the second shot of the other team member’s drive, and then choosing the better of the two resulting shots to play only one ball as alternate shot into the hole. Gross awards in the first flight went to couple Chris Points and Meghan Dobbins with an incredible score of 70. 2nd Low Gross went to Larry and Fern Robinson (79), and 3rd to Dan and Barb Weybright (83). Net awards in the first flight: First place to Tom & Nancy Carpenter (62), then Dave and Sallie Hennessy (64), followed by Greg and Nancy Cotton (67). In the B flight low gross awards went to Charlie and Barbara Wellnitz (88), Paul and Holly Kimbrel (90), and Rob and Diana Norem (90). B flight low net awards went to Jim and Connie Coe (64), Robert and Donna Hill (66) and Bob and Diane Walberg (67). Awards were presented at a follow-up buffet banquet held at the Meadow’s Lodge Hearth Room. The Cottons expect this to be an annual event. Based on the success of the first-ever

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Women’s golf season under way Forty members from Sunriver Women’s Golf Association (SWGA) had their 2014 seasonal kick off meeting and get together in June at the Crosswater home of Liz Haberman. Five women joined the group including Katie Bjornstad, Jane Eidsaune, Sheri Schneider, Carolyn Spaniol and Sue Wasson. SWGA weekly competitions are played at the Meadows and Woodlands golf courses from

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Opportunities to donate blood

Give the gift of life over the 4th of July holiday by donating blood at the American Red Cross Sunriver Community Blood Drive, Thursday, July 3, 1-6 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 18160 Cottonwood Road. Another blood drive will be held Wednesday, July 30, 11:15- a.m.-5:15 p.m. Wednesday July 30, at the Sunriver Area Public Library, 56855 Venture Lane. Appointments must be made in advance. Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800 RED CROSS (733-2767) or go online to redcrossblood.org

Members play in Scotland At the end of May, I and five other Sunriver Mens Club members, along with a friend and one Crosswater member, arrived in Edinburgh for a dream week of playing on several of Scotland’s most famous courses. While the group endured two days of cold and spotty rain upon arrival, Scott Brown, Jim Zant, Don Olson and Jim Ferguson decided that one day of rest was enough and found a local muni to play in Edinburgh while the rest of the group went sightseeing and rested. Beginning May 29, the eight of us played Elie in Fife before domiciling for four days in the nearby golf-centric town of St. Andrews and played the Old Course (the ghost of Tom Morris was there), Kingsbarns (a beautiful seaside course), and Carnoustie (earning its reputation as one of the toughest

onship tournaments. Women with a 40.4 handicap are eligible to join this group. Application forms can be found on the Sunriver Resort website. Sunriver Women’s 9 Hole Golf group hitting the links The Sunriver Women’s 9 Hole golf group is off and running. Members gathered at SHARC in May for a tasty courses in the world, although Don Olson managed to shoot an incredible 78 there). Then the group departed for the west coast of Scotland staying in the town of Troon, playing the Turnberry Aisla (gorgeous and difficult) course and finishing on the site of the first British Open ever, Prestwick (narrow and narrower with multiple blind shots). We walked every course, enjoyed having caddies each day, needing (but not always heeding) their insight to navigate treacherous bunker placement, severe rough and tough greens. To say that we always understood the Scots-English dialect would be stretching it, although it could be understood that we needed to avoid the “boonkers” and certain areas of the “roof” (no, not the top of a house). Ironically, the weather bordered on the incredibly good, as each time rain was predicted, the skies cleared, the clouds parted and the sun shined. We enjoyed terrific camaraderie, fun but difficult golf, and good eating with a few intrepid souls

continental breakfast followed by a short meeting led by Kathy Wrightson and Vicki Doerfler. As always, pace of play was discussed. According to the pro shop, the club has been doing a great job moving along the course. Thirty-six women have already joined the 9 Hole and more members are anticipated when they return to Sunriver for the summer. The group

will not host a visitation this summer, but other clubs will invite our members to their visitations, so we can continue the fun of playing with other 9 Hole players in the Bend area. Any interested women golfers who would like to play weekly rounds of 9 holes on Wednesdays with a fun group of gals are encouraged to call Kathy Wrightson at 541-5936135.

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are tracked cumulatively for the season, posted online, with rewards given in a large number of categories across all skill levels. New members are welcome. Sunriver residency is not a requirement. Find the SRMGC online at www.srmensgolf. com. Apply for membership using the Annual Membership Registration tab in the menu (on the bottom left side of the home page). For information email Robert Hill at rhill@ taftcollege.edu or go to www. srmengolf.com Paul J. Grieco is secretary of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com

Sunriver Golf Men’s Club Men’s golf club rates are $55 for the season, most of which goes to the Oregon Golf Association membership, which includes handicap maintenance and tracking, including opportunities to play in numerous statewide competitions. Not only is there competitive play every Wednesday, and some other occasional days, most members also play on other days for fun and friendship. Official events are played with other area clubs, and statistics for each player

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Sunriver Quilt Show set for August 2 in the village More than 200 quilts will be displayed at the 26th annual Sunriver Quilt Show and Sale in the Village at Sunriver on Saturday, August 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some of the quilts will be for sale. The public is invited to attend this outdoor quilt show sponsored by the Village at Sunriver and the

Mountain Meadow Quilters guild. There is no admission charge to view the quilts. The featured quilter for this year’s show is Carol Webb. Some of her award winning quilts will be on display and people will have the opportunity to speak with her about her quilting inspiration. “My dad was the best commercial artist in the MilwauVacation kee area. He was also a great painter. He taught me about Bible school color, value, technique — but C o m m u n i t y Bi b l e best of all he taught me to see, Church at Sunriver is ofreally see,” Webb said. fering its annual Vacation “Working with cloth has Bible School July 21-25 been a part of my life since for children ages 4 years sewing nine patches with old through 6th grades. Grandma, making clothes, The Bible school’s theme and now quilted wall pieces. is “At Son Treasure Island: It is all about color and value, Where Kids Discover texture too. I start with a vague God’s Love.” idea and see where it takes me. Vacation Bible School After a while of trying differclasses run 9 a.m. to noon. ent pieces of cloth and much There is no charge to atpondering, something seems tend. Call 541-593-8341 to develop. That is exciting, or download a registration being ‘in the zone’ so to speak. form at www.cbchurchsr. It feels like being carried along. org and click on the chilThings come together! I dren’s ministries page. have many teachers to thank: Registration encouraged. Stoneridge_0800 3/24/2014 12:14 PM PageWalker, 1 David Nancy Crow

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The Sunriver Stars Community Theater just wrapped up their 2013-14 season with a production of “Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Thirty-six local residents, including 15 children, provided the audiences with a magical evening. The sets designed by Janae McMasters were enchanting and the costumes, many provided by Second Tern, transformed everyday citizens into whimsical Shakespearean characters. The SSCT once again donated 100 percent of their ticket sales to provide scholarships for the FAST Camp afterschool program, bringing their total contributions to over $7,500 to date. The troupe will take the summer off but are already looking ahead. Their 2014-2015 season begins with auditions (Sept. 3) for a murder mystery entitled “Murder in the Heir.” The group is constantly building up its base of community actors and is now looking for some volunteers to work behind the scene. “We need someone who enjoys working on the computer and would take over compiling the program,” said Victoria KristyZalewski, Artistic Director. “This person would gather the individual bios and head shots of the cast members and do the program layout for each show. It is a bit time consuming but is a very necessary piece and we would shower this volunteer with gratitude,” she said. The SSCT is also seeking someone with the technical know-how to set up and run the sound system. “We have been fortunate, due to the generous donations of our patrons, to be able to purchase many components of our own sound system. This includes body microphones and overhead booms and a mixer and cables. We are seeking a volunteer to join our theatrical family with the expertise to come in before each show and set up all of this equipment and hopefully run the system.” Individuals who might enjoy acting in the upcoming shows, or helping in any way (sewing costumes, building sets, helping with make-up, taking photos or videos, serving on the board or even directing a show) are encouraged to contact the director at dramama@comcast.net.

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Thank you for an enjoyable 20-year Sunriver ownership experience By Masaaki Takeda, Tokyo, Japan June 1 was my last stay in my vacation home on Eagle Cap Lane located just off Fort Rock Road, near circle 4. Since 1993, the year my wife and I purchased the house, we created a lot of unforgettable memories while staying at our home in Sunriver. Just this past May, I remember skiing Mt. Bachelor in the morning with my son and playing golf at Meadows in the afternoon with my wife. I have my permanent home in Tokyo from where my wife and I, at least twice a year, travelled to Sunriver. The flight from Tokyo via San Francisco, some 17 hours altogether, was not an obstacle to us when it came to staying 10 days or so in the beautiful, natural surroundings of Sunriver Resort. The community, led by the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA), is first class – kept safe and organized, environmentally-friendly and clean, managed by a wide range of people from public works to the police and fire departments. Our stay at our vacation home was always made comfortable thanks to professional services provided to the owners. Through the 20 years of ownership, we rented our home while not in owner’s use under the support program of the resort company. The distance between Tokyo and Sunriver was not a source of worry for us, as well-trained teams from the housekeeping department kept eyes on it on a 24-hour basis. Maintaining the house in the utmost condition was not any hassle to me. I was always kept informed of the condition of our home via email. A designated staff was always available for any advice and communication to keep our house updated and well maintained so that it was ready to welcome guests. We, as owners, appreciate those services that kept the house always in the top-level quality. Thanks to AAA class services

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Every couple of years since her diagnosis, Marti gathered her closest gal pals for a ‘cancer-versary’ celebration. The last event was the ‘Trailer Trash Campout’ in August 2013.

Asia Watch: Vietnam is one tough adversary By Michael J. Ranieri Since last month and my article about the U.S. pivot toward Asia and tensions in the South China Sea, China flexed its muscles again. This time they picked a fight with Vietnam. A Chinese fishing vessel rammed and sank a Vietnamese fishing boat near a Chinese deep water oil rig that was placed in disputed waters (Paracel Islands) off the coast of Vietnam. It is now quite obvious that China is making every effort to control much of the South China Sea in an attempt to bolster its energy security. If in the process countries in the region take offense – like Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines – or outside the region, like the U.S. that has the audacity to enter into alliances with China’s neighbors, so be it. Not to belittle the claims or the frustration on the part of other countries in Asia in their disputes with China, the Chinese may be underestimating the resolve of the Vietnamese. Beijing must feel that Vietnam will be unwilling and unable to stop the Chinese drilling. The Vietnamese may not be able to stop the drilling but I wouldn’t be surprised if they put

up a good fight. It’s true that China and Vietnam belong to a dwindling socialist fraternity of nations and Vietnam’s economy probably couldn’t function without China. It is also true that the Vietnamese and the Chinese have deep cultural bonds which date back to when Vietnam was a Chinese vassal state. For hundreds of years Vietnam’s elites were steeped in Chinese literary traditions and Confucian ethics. With all that said, let us not forget – because the Vietnamese certainly don’t – that China invaded Vietnam 17 times, including in 1979 when China got thrashed. Robert Kaplan in his very informative work, “Asia’s Cauldron,” quotes a Vietnamese diplomat: “The U.S. invaded Mexico only once, and look at how sensitive the Mexicans are about that. We grow up with textbooks full of stories of national heroes who fought China.” Kaplan has another great quote but this time by a western expert of Vietnam: “Think of how touchy Canadians are about America, now imagine if America had repeatedly sent troops into Canada.” So when thousands of anti-China protesters ransacked,

looted and set fire to foreign-run factories in southern Vietnam in a wave of violence sparked by China’s placement of an oil rig in waters that Vietnam claims is theirs, it should have been expected. Vietnam’s fighting spirit and ardent nationalism has been honed by their resistance to the Chinese over hundreds of years, not to mention the wars they fought with the French and Americans in their recent past. They are not afraid of taking on bigger, more militarily superior adversaries. Moreover, they pride themselves of having won these conflicts. As such, the Vietnamese will not tolerate control of the Paracels by the Chinese. They will beef up their navy, cultivate ties with both the Russians and the Americans, and they will take on the Chinese if they have to. A prominent Vietnamese analyst summarized the standoff with the Chinese in this way: “Invasion is in their blood, and resistance is in our blood.” Editor’s note: This is Michael Ranieri’s last article for the Scene. He and his wife, Joyce, are moving to Plymouth, Mass., for family reasons. He thanks readers for their support.

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to absences of the general manager. She circulated sign up sheets and orchestrated food preparation. More than a few owners who visited the administrative offices those mornings followed the aroma of bacon and eggs to the employee break room. Marti considered the tripped circuits from all the cooking appliances plugged into them a badge of honor for having done something for staff. The past eight years during which Marti far outlived her cancer diagnosis, she and her husband, Chuck, purchased, renovated and enjoyed a palapa on El Playa Del Burro near Mulege in Baja, Mexico. She took a month off each spring and fall to visit what quickly became her “happy place.” Staff, myself included, lived vicariously through the pictures she emailed of her and her family lounging on the patio inches from the water. Each time she returned tanned and relaxed, she showered SROA staff with curios from south of the border. Marti was an avid puzzle solver and frequently spent her lunch hour in the break room battling the crossword of the day. As one friend said upon hearing of her passing, “While

In lieu of flowers donations in honor of Marti Croal can be made to “Marti’s Employee Sunshine Fund”at the Sunriver Branch of the Bank of the Cascades or by visiting Becki Sylvester, Jacki Bue or Susan Berger in the SROA administration offices. Donations may also be directed to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, info@ocrf.org or by calling 212-268-1002.

this is deeply sad for many of us, crossword puzzles and Jeopardy contestants are breathing easier today knowing that they are no longer potential prey for one of the most devastating intellects out there.” There’s quite a bit more I could say about Marti but as she would remind me during layout, I only have so much space. If she were here she would have bled red ink all over this piece during her ruthless proofreading process, which would have improved it considerably. And she would have demanded to know why I had not written it sooner. It takes a while to process 15 years of working with and enjoying someone as much as I did her.

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Young Eagles take flight in Sunriver On June 2, volunteer pilots and community volunteers organized local flights for 29 students from Three Rivers School in Sunriver. ‘The Central Oregon Chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association from Prineville sponsored the event in response to numerous requests from members of the Sunriver community who were disappointed that the annual Wings and Wheels breakfast and displays had been cancelled. Several local pilots who had participated in these events over the years took the initiative to provide flight experiences for children in the local community. Teacher and pilot Mark Alvarado, had the students at Three Rivers each write an essay about why they wanted to fly. Chuck Rosenfeld, a Sunriver resident and pilot, coordinated the volunteers and pilots and collected the required parental permission forms, and gained the sponsorship and insurance coverage from the EAA. The staff at Sunriver Airport provided tables and security cones for the ramp, while Sunriver pilots Colin Powers, Hugh Rosenburg and Bob Read gave the students a “ground school” on aircraft operations and the dynamics of flight. The seven aircraft used for this event included three classic Ercoupes (two-seat aircraft flown with open cockpits), two Beechcraft Bonanzas, a Piper Arrow and an Australian Jabiru. Each flight afforded the students with an aerial view of their school in the Sunriver Business Park, also of Lava Butte and Benham Falls. They all agreed that this was a new perspective on their neighbor-

hood, and shared their enthusiasm with the volunteers, parents and their classmates. Most students took the opportunity to take the controls under supervision of the experienced pilots, and others were content to be passengers. All were excited and pleased with this experience. Each student was provided with a Log Book and enrolled in a commercial online flight school, which they may use at no cost until their 18th birthday, courtesy of the EAA. Young Eagle flight certificates were given to all who participated, and the student essays were given to the EAA volunteers in appreciation for their generosity. Sunriver pilots Cliff Robson, Cheryl Cooney and Chuck Rosenfeld were joined by Dave Waltman, Richard Frazier, Bob Carroll and Bob Read, all of whom volunteered their planes, time and fuel to make this event a success. Equally important were the community volunteers and airport staff who processed the paperwork, and insured the safety of all participants and aircraft. Notice of Young Eagle rallies are posted at Sunriver Airport, and if one of the young pilots happens to be available, a local flight experience is sometimes available for interested young people, ages 8 through 17. Just ask the airport staff.

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commentary Chorus: Hazards of electric assist bicycles John Wiest, Sunriver This is a rebuttal to an editorial regarding electric assisted bikes in the June 2014 Scene. I have multiple concerns about the possibility of allowing these potentially destructive machines on our pathways which are designed only for pedestrians and bicycles. Ebikes weigh between 45-105 pounds, more than 2-5 times heavier than a bicycle. At top speeds of 20 mph (an adult pedals a bicycle at an average speed of 11 mph; a child between 2-7 mph) the increase in mass and velocity produced by an ebike produces a much greater force on impact (F=M V/E). With the increased speed and mass of an ebike there is a significant increase in force in an impact collision. This force striking an adult could result in a severe injury; it could kill a child. The power source for an ebike is lithium or lead bat-

Time for a new marina

Bill Miller, Sunriver After this summer Sunriver owners (and everyone else) will no longer have access to the Deschutes River at the Sunriver Resort’s Marina. The only remaining Sunriver access option will be the Harper Bridge with limited parking and poor access. The SROA Board of Directors is placing a proposal on the July ballot to build a new boat launch on the property east of HOLA restaurant. The proposal for the boat launch includes a paved boat ramp, shallow area for launching canoes and kayaks, parking, and restrooms. A card lock entry will limit access. This is a prudent and bare bones choice with the option to add additional facilities and access if warranted. I believe approval of the new boat launch will allow SROA owners and their guests to continue to enjoy easy access to the river. If you have floated down the Deschutes on a summer By Brooke Snavely

Marti Croal, SROA Communications Coordinator, passed on Monday, June 16 after an 8.5-year battle with ovarian cancer. Marti delivered 15 years of outstanding graphic design, community outreach, marketing, research and technical support services to the association. Chances are those who did not have the pleasure of meeting her are familiar with Marti’s impressive body of work. She selected the materials and colors of the Sunriver sunburst next to the waterfall in the entry roundabout that many people drive by every day. Marti was the self-proclaimed postmistress of www. sunriverowners.org. She fancied herself a modern version of Rose Kappel who singlehandedly ran Sunriver’s physical post office in the Page 46

teries. Lithium batteries have been reported to spontaneously burst into flames burning riders while lead batteries leak into the atmosphere causing a health hazard to all. Ebikes have much longer stopping distances than bicycles. Speed limits on ebikes do not work. New York City, Seattle and cities in China have all failed in this attempt. Roller blades and skateboards are prohibited as too dangerous. Why allow an ebike? An observational survey on Sunriver bike paths revealed that 64 percent of all adult riders and 35 percent of all children do not wear helmets increasing the chance of a head injury in a fall. A Swiss study of emergency room visits demonstrated a 25 percent increase of serious head, neck and back injuries with ebikes. Chinese accident records demonstrate a 1,000 percent increase in ebike related deaths in a one-year period.

day, as I have for many years, you can appreciate what a loss this would be. The board has recommended the cost of the boat launch come from the reserve funds. Beginning in 2010 the owners have contributed over $2.0 million dollars a year for maintaining the Sunriver facilities. In the future the needs for these funds will vary annually depending on the roads, paths, and other items in need of maintenance planned for that year. Since 2010 we have used an average of $1.7 million a year for improvements of roads, bike paths, etc. There is currently $2.61 million in the account (plus another $1.0 million that is used as collateral for the SHARC loan that will be available after the loan is retired). The $370,000 for the boat launch can be taken from this account without impacting any future maintenance projects or the funding of the reserve account. The need for a boat launch is clear. The funds are available. Please vote in favor

Sunriver pedestrian/bicycle paths were not constructed to handle a motorized vehicle such as an ebike. Our pathways are private. Who is responsible and at what cost of the increased liability of motorized vehicles on our pathways? Who will pay for the signs, management of the speed limit and increases in liability insurance premiums? Will we need to hire more police officers with radar equipment? Who will pay for a wrongful death lawsuit? In the end, Sunriver homeowners will pay. The decision to allow ebikes on our pedestrian/bicycle only designed paths is purely a commercial one. Ebikes will cause more congestion along with an increased possibility of severe injuries and perhaps the death of a child or an adult. Who wants to be responsible for a decision that could lead to a fatal outcome? To allow ebikes on our pathways would be an irresponsible, dangerous and costly decision.

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us shine. Thank you both. We would like to thank Chris Harrison and his gang at SHARC for making all of this possible. What a superior crew. We need to thank Marcello’s for the wonderful dinner at the sold out Saturday night performance. We heard many raves about the food. SROA, we need to thank you too for your support in making our dream come alive. This community is one of the most supportive communities I have ever lived in and am so happy to call this area my home. We look forward to seeing you at our murder mystery, “Murder in the Heir” in October. You, the audience, will get to decide who the murderer is! Thanks again for all of your support. The Stars shine because of you.

Nancy Foote, Deschutes River Recreation Homesites Once again I am sending out a big “thank you” from all of us involved in the Sunriver Stars Community Theater. This amazing community has been so wonderful at supporting us from the very beginning and you continue to do so. We so appreciate you. Our first musical, “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” was a big undertaking with a cast of more than 30. Many of those were children from second grade to high school. Our reputation is growing as we had actors from Redmond to La Pine — how cool is that? Editor’s note: Nancy Foote is president We could not have been so successful without musical direction from Jodie of the Sunriver Stars Community Theater Bischof and Rob Pearson. They truly made Board of Directors.

From the Editor’s Desk: SROA loses one of its best and brightest

1970s and early ‘80s. Marti helped develop much of the information that owners frequently ask about – the access code to Mary McCallum Park, the online resident directory, clubs and organizations, the Registered Contractor List, and the Sunriver weather station and much more. The site now contains hundreds of pages and documents, all of it accessible to owners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year – a quantum leap forward in customer service. Marti was the conduit through which much of the website traffic flowed. Marti guided hundreds of owners into the digital age as she helped them register on the SROA website to receive email blasts, many of which Marti authored. She knew where to route emails, whom to contact, how to find answers and reach owners wherever they lived. Her knowledge of effective messaging contributed mightily to owner approval of SHARC and increased contributions to the reserve fund, which are now being used to rebuild Sunriver’s

Marti, center, was always happiest on the water. This picture was taken in Puget Sound with her two closest friends, Ramone Perkins and Judy Baker. Perkins and Baker are both nurses and spent much of their time at Marti’s side until her passing.

pathways and roadways. It was Marti’s idea to brand the road and pathway projects “Your Reserve$ At Work.” She created the orange magnetic signs that adhere to SROA’s Public Works vehicles and the graphics on traffic barriers and notices of construction activity. For years Marti designed, created and managed production and distribution of the map of Sunriver that has become so popular SROA can’t print enough to keep in stock. An average of 70,000 maps are www.sunriverowners.org

picked up annually at map kiosks and from property management companies that gave up printing their own because SROA’s map, updated annually by Marti, was simply the best. Two years ago Marti designed a pathway map that was an instant hit with the bike shops that hand them out by the thousands to their customers who are exploring Sunriver for the first time. Until the association hired an information technology manager, Marti was, in effect,

SROA’s I.T. department. She helped all departments with computer issues even though most of the computers that needed fixing were PCs which she, a loyal Mac user, despised. Long before SHARC when owners were complaining about conditions of the South Pool, Marti volunteered her fashion sensibilities to help redesign the locker rooms, which had not been updated since they were constructed in 1968. Marti spent hours researching flooring, tiles, plumbing and lighting fixtures, and presented a range of options to match the budget. The success of the locker room remodel so impressed owners and the board of directors that an ethos of revitalizing Sunriver took hold and snowballed into what is going on today. Marti played key roles in supporting and helping the community progress. Marti organized employee breakfasts suspiciously linked Turn to Croal, page 44 SUNRIVER SCENE • JULY 2014

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